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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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