Manor Park Church of England First School

URN: 113791 • Dorchester DT1 2BH

Overview

Name
Manor Park Church of England First School
URN
113791
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
40.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Melanie Pallister (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Mellstock Avenue, Dorchester DT1 2BH

Summary

Manor Park Church of England First School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Dorchester, Dorset, accommodating 418 pupils across 14 classes. The school promotes a caring and supportive environment, beginning with a pre-school that helps foster a love for learning. The diverse community includes families from various cultural backgrounds, enriching the school experience and promoting an understanding of multicultural Britain.

The school is committed to safeguarding and the welfare of its students, employing a dedicated Safeguarding Team trained in line with national guidelines. They utilize a secure system for managing safeguarding concerns, ensuring that all staff are equipped to protect the well-being of children.

In addition to a modern building and extensive grounds that support activities like Forest School, Manor Park CE First School emphasizes a broad curriculum that encourages personal growth and development. The school actively engages with families and the local community, providing opportunities for involvement in events and initiatives that celebrate learning and well-being.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
2 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
450
Pupils
418
Boys
230
Girls
188
FSM %
17.10
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2022-11-30
Last Ofsted
2022-02-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 418 230 188 450 17.10
2024-09-11 418 230 188 450 17.10
2023-09-11 418 230 188 450 17.10
2022-09-11 418 230 188 450 17.10
2021-09-11 443 239 204 450 16.30
2020-09-11 457 257 200 450 10.40

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