Winfrith Church of England First School
URN: 113770 • Dorchester DT2 8JL
Overview
- Name
- Winfrith Church of England First School
- URN
- 113770
- 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
- Estelle Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- School Lane, Dorchester DT2 8JL
Summary
      Winfrith Church of England First School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Dorchester, Dorset, with a capacity of 65 pupils. The school operates across two sites, with Reception, Year 1, and Year 2 based at Winfrith, while Years 3 to 6 are located at Lulworth. This arrangement allows for a tailored educational experience for younger children, fostering a strong sense of community and continuity as they progress through their schooling.
The school is committed to providing high standards of teaching and learning within a caring environment, underpinned by a strong Christian ethos. Core values of belief, fellowship, and harmony guide the school's approach, aiming to support the moral, social, emotional, and spiritual development of each child. The curriculum is broad, balanced, and ambitious, designed to engage all pupils and promote inclusivity.
Winfrith Church of England First School encourages parental involvement and community engagement, hosting events such as open mornings for prospective families. The school aims to create a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive academically and personally, preparing them for future educational challenges.
      The school is committed to providing high standards of teaching and learning within a caring environment, underpinned by a strong Christian ethos. Core values of belief, fellowship, and harmony guide the school's approach, aiming to support the moral, social, emotional, and spiritual development of each child. The curriculum is broad, balanced, and ambitious, designed to engage all pupils and promote inclusivity.
Winfrith Church of England First School encourages parental involvement and community engagement, hosting events such as open mornings for prospective families. The school aims to create a supportive atmosphere where children can thrive academically and personally, preparing them for future educational challenges.
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Key details
- LA
- Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
- Age range
- 5 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 65
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2007-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 65 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 65 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 65 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 65 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 65 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 65 | 
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