Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney

URN: 113804 • Dorchester DT2 9AU

Overview

Name
Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney
URN
113804
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
61.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Sitch (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01308482410
Website
Visit
Address
Litton Cheney, Dorchester DT2 9AU

Summary

Thorner's Church of England School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Litton Cheney, Dorchester, with a current enrolment of 114 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 105. The school aims to foster a nurturing and inspirational learning environment, guided by Christian values, as reflected in its ethos of working together to build a positive future for students.

The school offers a broad curriculum designed to support the academic and personal development of every child. It places a strong emphasis on community involvement, encouraging collaboration among students, staff, and families. Thorner's is committed to providing a happy and caring atmosphere where children can thrive.

With a focus on inclusivity, Thorner's Church of England School supports pupils from diverse backgrounds, with 11.10% of students eligible for free school meals. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to succeed. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
114
Boys
47
Girls
67
FSM %
11.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-02-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 114 47 67 105 11.10
2024-09-11 95 36 59 105 11.00
2023-09-11 99 37 62 105 9.90
2022-09-11 99 37 62 105 9.90
2021-09-11 100 38 62 105 9.70
2020-09-11 94 37 57 105 6.60

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