Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN: 113807 • Beaminster DT8 3JQ
Overview
- Name
- Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
- URN
- 113807
- 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
- 57.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01308868492
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Fairoak Way, Beaminster DT8 3JQ
Summary
Parrett and Axe Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a small, mixed primary school located in Beaminster, Dorset, with an enrolment of 131 pupils and a capacity of 140. The school is committed to a Christian ethos, guided by values of respect, kindness, equality, and courage, which are integral to its community and educational approach. The school aims to create a supportive environment where every child can thrive, fostering a sense of belonging and mutual respect among students and staff.
The curriculum at Parrett and Axe is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging curiosity and enthusiasm from the first day in Reception through to Year 6. The school emphasizes the importance of well-being and collaboration, ensuring that children feel safe and motivated to reach their full potential. Regular collective worship and community events further strengthen the school's ties with families and the wider community.
Parrett and Axe also prioritizes strong partnerships between home and school, recognizing the role of families in supporting children's education. The school welcomes visits from prospective parents and encourages open communication to foster a collaborative environment for student success.
The curriculum at Parrett and Axe is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging curiosity and enthusiasm from the first day in Reception through to Year 6. The school emphasizes the importance of well-being and collaboration, ensuring that children feel safe and motivated to reach their full potential. Regular collective worship and community events further strengthen the school's ties with families and the wider community.
Parrett and Axe also prioritizes strong partnerships between home and school, recognizing the role of families in supporting children's education. The school welcomes visits from prospective parents and encourages open communication to foster a collaborative environment for student success.
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- Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Sporting Events (calendar)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 131 | 69 | 62 | 140 | 24.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 134 | 75 | 59 | 140 | 23.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 137 | 77 | 60 | 140 | 26.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 137 | 77 | 60 | 140 | 26.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 137 | 81 | 56 | 140 | 25.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 134 | 79 | 55 | 140 | 20.90 |
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