Piddle Valley Church of England First School

URN: 113811 • Dorchester DT2 7QL

Overview

Name
Piddle Valley Church of England First School
URN
113811
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tracy Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Piddletrenthide, Dorchester DT2 7QL

Summary

Piddle Valley Church of England First School, located in Dorchester, Dorset, is a voluntary aided primary school with a capacity of 115 students. The school serves children from Nursery to Year 4, fostering a nurturing environment where each child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Guided by Christian values of trust, respect, and the spirit to shine, the school aims to create an inclusive community that promotes joyful learning and individual growth.

The curriculum is designed to inspire curiosity and creativity while supporting the social, emotional, and physical well-being of students. Daily collective worship is integral to school life, reinforcing the school's ethos and values. Piddle Valley CE First School also offers an afterschool club to accommodate working families, with various options for care until 5:30 PM.

Situated in the picturesque Piddle Valley, the school emphasizes strong partnerships with families and the wider community. The dedicated staff are committed to providing high-quality education, ensuring that every child is prepared for future success as compassionate and confident individuals.

Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
Age range
5 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
115
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2015-03-31
Last Ofsted
2012-03-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 115
2024-09-11 115
2023-09-11 115
2022-09-11 115
2021-09-11 115
2020-09-11 115

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