Sticklands Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 113799 • Dorchester DT2 0JP

Overview

Name
Sticklands Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN
113799
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ruth Adler (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
0193583287
Website
Visit
Address
Summer Lane, Dorchester DT2 0JP

Summary

Sticklands Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Dorchester, Dorset, serves a mixed-gender population of 84 pupils, with a capacity for 105. Established in 1628 and rebuilt in 1874, the school has a long history of education within the community, welcoming children from surrounding villages. The school aims to provide a nurturing environment that fosters self-esteem, respect, and moral values, reflecting its Christian ethos.

The curriculum at Sticklands is broad and balanced, designed to accommodate various learning styles while emphasizing creativity and basic skills. Regular assessments inform teaching strategies to ensure all children receive the support they need to thrive. The school is part of the West Dorset Schools Collaboration, promoting joint projects and shared experiences among local primary schools.

Community involvement is integral to Sticklands, with strong ties to the Melbury Team and regular collective worship services held at St. Osmund’s Church. The Friends of Sticklands School Association (FOSSA) actively supports the school through fundraising initiatives, enhancing the educational environment and resources available to students.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
84
Boys
43
Girls
41
FSM %
13.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-05-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 84 43 41 105 13.10
2024-09-11 81 42 39 105 11.10
2023-09-11 84 40 44 105 6.00
2022-09-11 84 40 44 105 6.00
2021-09-11 91 45 46 105 12.10
2020-09-11 87 47 40 105 13.80

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