Marshwood Church of England Aided Primary School
URN: 113806 • Bridport DT6 5QA
Overview
- Name
- Marshwood Church of England Aided Primary School
- URN
- 113806
- 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
- Helen Whitehead (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Marshwood, Bridport DT6 5QA
Summary
Marshwood Church of England Aided Primary School, located in Bridport, Dorset, is a small, mixed-gender voluntary aided primary school with a capacity of 41 students. Established in 1842, the school prides itself on nurturing a supportive and inclusive environment, where children are encouraged to be happy, self-confident, and respectful towards one another. The school's ethos is built around Christian values such as trust, forgiveness, kindness, and perseverance, aiming to foster personal growth and community spirit.
The curriculum at Marshwood CE Primary is designed to be engaging and high-quality, with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning. Students benefit from a variety of enriching experiences, including regular Forest School sessions in nearby woodlands. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to provide a well-rounded education that meets the needs of all learners.
As part of the Acorn Multi Academy Trust, Marshwood CE Primary is committed to ensuring that every child flourishes, regardless of their background. The school actively encourages community involvement and offers opportunities for parents to engage through events and fundraising initiatives.
The curriculum at Marshwood CE Primary is designed to be engaging and high-quality, with a strong emphasis on outdoor learning. Students benefit from a variety of enriching experiences, including regular Forest School sessions in nearby woodlands. The dedicated staff work collaboratively to provide a well-rounded education that meets the needs of all learners.
As part of the Acorn Multi Academy Trust, Marshwood CE Primary is committed to ensuring that every child flourishes, regardless of their background. The school actively encourages community involvement and offers opportunities for parents to engage through events and fundraising initiatives.
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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
- 41
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2014-10-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 41 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 41 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 41 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 41 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 41 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 41 |
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