Thorncombe, St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

URN: 113767 • Chard TA20 4NE

Overview

Name
Thorncombe, St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
URN
113767
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
46.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emily Smith (since 2025) , Co-Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Chard Street, Chard TA20 4NE

Summary

Thorncombe, St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a small, mixed primary school located in the village of Thorncombe, Dorset. Established in 1876, the school has deep roots in the local community and aims to nurture every child's potential through a broad and balanced curriculum. With a current enrolment of 40 pupils and a capacity of 77, the school fosters a close-knit environment where individual uniqueness is valued.

The school is committed to its Christian ethos, promoting core values such as love, compassion, and respect. These values are integrated into daily activities and collective worship, encouraging students to develop resilience and a love for learning. Thorncombe St Mary's also emphasizes inclusivity, ensuring that all children feel valued and supported in their educational journey.

As part of the First Federation Multi Academy Trust since 2024, Thorncombe St Mary's maintains strong ties with local institutions, including its role as a feeder school for The Woodroffe School in Lyme Regis. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, fostering partnerships that enhance the educational experience for all students.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
77
Pupils
40
Boys
17
Girls
23
FSM %
23.10
Open date
Close date
2021-01-31
Last Ofsted
2018-01-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 40 17 23 77 23.10
2024-09-11 40 17 23 77 23.10
2023-09-11 40 17 23 77 23.10
2022-09-11 40 17 23 77 23.10
2021-09-11 40 17 23 77 23.10
2020-09-11 48 18 30 77 14.60

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