Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
URN: 113777 • Beaminster DT8 3QL
Overview
- Name
- Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
- URN
- 113777
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 45.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jean-Paul Draper (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01308868376
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Drimpton Road, Beaminster DT8 3QL
Summary
Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, located in Beaminster, Dorset, serves a mixed-gender population of 93 pupils, with a capacity of 105. The school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive environment that promotes high expectations for both students and staff. It offers a broad and engaging curriculum that addresses the social, emotional, and moral needs of its pupils, encouraging them to take the "extra step" in learning and kindness.
The school operates within a Christian ethos, integrating values such as Courage, Creativity, Kindness, Perseverance, and Responsibility into daily life and the curriculum. This approach aims to foster a sense of security and purpose among students, helping them develop a lifelong love of learning. Broadwindsor Primary also emphasizes the importance of respectful and responsible behaviour, guided by three core rules: be safe, be respectful, and be responsible.
Parents have praised the school's friendly atmosphere and the dedication of the teaching staff, highlighting the effective support for mental health and wellbeing. The school encourages community involvement and welcomes visits from prospective families to experience its welcoming environment firsthand.
The school operates within a Christian ethos, integrating values such as Courage, Creativity, Kindness, Perseverance, and Responsibility into daily life and the curriculum. This approach aims to foster a sense of security and purpose among students, helping them develop a lifelong love of learning. Broadwindsor Primary also emphasizes the importance of respectful and responsible behaviour, guided by three core rules: be safe, be respectful, and be responsible.
Parents have praised the school's friendly atmosphere and the dedication of the teaching staff, highlighting the effective support for mental health and wellbeing. The school encourages community involvement and welcomes visits from prospective families to experience its welcoming environment firsthand.
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- Term & Diary Dates (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 93 | 47 | 46 | 105 | 16.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 95 | 52 | 43 | 105 | 11.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 104 | 52 | 52 | 105 | 10.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 104 | 52 | 52 | 103 | 10.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 103 | 50 | 53 | 103 | 10.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 100 | 59 | 41 | 103 | 6.00 |
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