Winterbourne Valley Church of England Aided First School

URN: 113820 • Dorchester DT2 9LW

Overview

Name
Winterbourne Valley Church of England Aided First School
URN
113820
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
45.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebecca Pearce (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01305889297
Website
Visit
Address
Winterbourne Abbas, Dorchester DT2 9LW

Summary

Winterbourne Valley Church of England Aided First School is a mixed voluntary aided primary school located in Dorchester, Dorset. With a current enrolment of 65 pupils and a capacity of 90, the school emphasizes nurturing students' learning and personal development rooted in Christian values. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in the motto, "Strong roots, successful futures," reflecting its commitment to fostering a supportive and inspiring environment for all children.

The school offers a diverse curriculum across four classes: Blossom Class (Preschool), Cherry Class (Reception), Beech Class (Years 1 & 2), and Silver Birch Class (Years 3 & 4). In addition to the standard curriculum, Winterbourne Valley provides various extracurricular activities, including a popular Breakfast Club and After School Club, enhancing the educational experience and promoting community involvement.

Parents are encouraged to engage actively in their children's education, with opportunities for collaboration and support. The school prioritizes developing essential skills such as communication and teamwork, preparing students for future challenges while ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
3 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
90
Pupils
65
Boys
37
Girls
28
FSM %
4.60
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-07-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 65 37 28 90 4.60
2024-09-11 57 29 28 90 8.80
2023-09-11 70 35 35 90 15.70
2022-09-11 70 35 35 90 15.70
2021-09-11 74 40 34 90 13.50
2020-09-11 64 35 29 90 14.10

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