Frome Valley CofE VA First School
URN: 113763 • Dorchester DT2 8WR
Overview
- Name
- Frome Valley CofE VA First School
- URN
- 113763
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julie Thorp (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- School Drive, Dorchester DT2 8WR
Summary
Frome Valley CofE VA First School is a mixed voluntary aided primary school located in Dorchester, Dorset, with a capacity of 135 students. The school prides itself on fostering a nurturing and safe environment where children can learn and grow as individuals. Central to its ethos is a strong Christian foundation, promoting values such as compassion, respect, and perseverance. The school community works collaboratively to ensure that every child feels supported and valued.
The curriculum at Frome Valley emphasizes not only academic achievement but also mental wellbeing, with dedicated Trauma Informed Schools Practitioners available to assist students requiring additional support. The school encourages strong partnerships with parents to enhance the educational experience and promote a sense of community. Various extracurricular activities and events, such as sports days and class trips, are integral to the school’s approach, providing opportunities for children to engage and flourish.
The leadership team, including Head of School Mrs. Clare Moore and SENDCO Miss Rachel Dixon, is committed to the individual needs of each student, ensuring a holistic approach to education. With a focus on developing responsible and caring members of society, Frome Valley CE First School aims to prepare children for their future as confident young adults.
The curriculum at Frome Valley emphasizes not only academic achievement but also mental wellbeing, with dedicated Trauma Informed Schools Practitioners available to assist students requiring additional support. The school encourages strong partnerships with parents to enhance the educational experience and promote a sense of community. Various extracurricular activities and events, such as sports days and class trips, are integral to the school’s approach, providing opportunities for children to engage and flourish.
The leadership team, including Head of School Mrs. Clare Moore and SENDCO Miss Rachel Dixon, is committed to the individual needs of each student, ensuring a holistic approach to education. With a focus on developing responsible and caring members of society, Frome Valley CE First School aims to prepare children for their future as confident young adults.
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Key details
- LA
- Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
- Age range
- 5 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 135
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2015-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 135 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 135 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 135 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 135 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 135 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 135 |
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