Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School

URN: 113801 • Gillingham SP8 5QD

Overview

Name
Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School
URN
113801
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
62.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rhiannon Tidby (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Milton-on-Stour, Gillingham SP8 5QD

Summary

Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Gillingham, Dorset, accommodating 114 pupils across five classes. The school has a strong connection with the local Church of St Simon and St Jude and is part of the Pickwick Academy Trust since February 2024. The school promotes a nurturing environment based on its core values of Love, Hope, and Joy, aiming to ensure that every child feels valued and supported.

The curriculum is designed to foster ambitious reading and oracy while encouraging character development and embracing diversity. Key texts drive the learning experience, complemented by hands-on, experiential learning opportunities. The school’s extensive outdoor grounds provide various facilities, including adventurous play equipment, a forest area, and an outdoor amphitheatre, allowing children to engage with nature and develop their independence.

Milton-on-Stour offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, art, and music, alongside an early morning club for working parents. The school community is committed to creating a supportive atmosphere where every child can thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
148
Pupils
114
Boys
57
Girls
57
FSM %
8.90
Open date
Close date
2024-01-31
Last Ofsted
2023-07-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 114 57 57 148 8.90
2024-09-11 114 57 57 148 8.90
2023-09-11 128 65 63 148 7.00
2022-09-11 128 65 63 148 7.00
2021-09-11 137 76 61 148 8.80
2020-09-11 137 79 58 148 8.80

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