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
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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.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
93
Boys
47
Girls
46
FSM %
16.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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