Blandford St Mary Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN: 113795 • Blandford Forum DT11 9QD
Overview
- Name
- Blandford St Mary Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
- URN
- 113795
- 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
- Paul Lavis (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Birch Avenue, Blandford Forum DT11 9QD
Summary
Blandford St Mary Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a one-form entry primary school located in Blandford Forum, Dorset. The school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where children are at the heart of all activities. It upholds high expectations and offers a curriculum designed to foster skills, knowledge, and confidence, preparing students for future educational challenges.
The school’s ethos is rooted in Christian values, emphasising love, respect, and responsibility. This is reflected in their vision statement, "Knowing we are loved, we learn to be the best that we can be," which promotes a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. The staff prioritise the emotional and social development of each child, ensuring they feel safe and valued.
Blandford St Mary actively encourages parental involvement and values strong relationships with families. The school community is engaged in various activities, including regular events and celebrations, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students, parents, and staff.
The school’s ethos is rooted in Christian values, emphasising love, respect, and responsibility. This is reflected in their vision statement, "Knowing we are loved, we learn to be the best that we can be," which promotes a supportive and inclusive atmosphere. The staff prioritise the emotional and social development of each child, ensuring they feel safe and valued.
Blandford St Mary actively encourages parental involvement and values strong relationships with families. The school community is engaged in various activities, including regular events and celebrations, fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students, parents, and staff.
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Key details
- LA
- Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2014-06-30
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 210 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 210 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 210 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 210 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 210 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 210 |
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