Symondsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN: 113815 • Bridport DT6 6HD
Overview
- Name
- Symondsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
- URN
- 113815
- 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
- 60.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Roberts (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01308423502
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Symondsbury, Bridport DT6 6HD
Summary
Symondsbury Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Bridport, Dorset, serves a mixed-gender population of 105 pupils, with a capacity of 112. The school emphasizes the development of confidence, character, and essential skills in its students, fostering a supportive environment where each child is regarded as a "superstar." The school's ethos is rooted in core values such as responsibility, respect, and relationships, aiming to prepare pupils for success beyond their primary education.
The curriculum at Symondsbury is designed to provide a well-rounded education, achieving good academic results while also focusing on personal growth and social skills. The school is committed to inclusivity, with dedicated support for students with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring that all pupils can reach their full potential. The SENCo, Lisa O'Keefe, plays a key role in facilitating this support.
Symondsbury also prioritizes physical education and sports, receiving approximately £16,000 annually in sports funding. This funding is used to enhance the quality of PE and sport, providing professional training for staff, organizing competitions, and improving facilities. The school encourages active participation in various sports, contributing to the overall well-being and development of its pupils.
The curriculum at Symondsbury is designed to provide a well-rounded education, achieving good academic results while also focusing on personal growth and social skills. The school is committed to inclusivity, with dedicated support for students with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring that all pupils can reach their full potential. The SENCo, Lisa O'Keefe, plays a key role in facilitating this support.
Symondsbury also prioritizes physical education and sports, receiving approximately £16,000 annually in sports funding. This funding is used to enhance the quality of PE and sport, providing professional training for staff, organizing competitions, and improving facilities. The school encourages active participation in various sports, contributing to the overall well-being and development of its pupils.
Useful links
- Foundation Governor Vacancy (governance)
- Our Governors (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs & Disability (sen)
- Amazing Advent Calendar 2023 (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Application form (download)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 105 | 54 | 51 | 112 | 12.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 104 | 56 | 48 | 112 | 11.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 108 | 50 | 58 | 112 | 13.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 108 | 50 | 58 | 112 | 13.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 106 | 48 | 58 | 112 | 14.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 105 | 47 | 58 | 112 | 14.30 |
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