Witchampton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School

URN: 113821 • Wimborne BH21 5AP

Overview

Name
Witchampton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School
URN
113821
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
Anne Duncan (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Witchampton, Wimborne BH21 5AP

Summary

Witchampton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School is a small, mixed primary school located in Wimborne, Dorset, catering to children aged 4 to 9 years. The school operates under a Christian ethos, emphasizing holistic care that supports pupils' spiritual, emotional, and academic growth. The vision of the school is encapsulated in the motto "Live a Life of Love, Just as Jesus Loved Us," which guides the nurturing environment aimed at fostering confident and curious lifelong learners.

The school is committed to high expectations and tailored teaching to ensure each child achieves their best. It promotes positive behaviour and social skills within a Christian context, offering a broad curriculum that includes music, arts, drama, and sports. Strong partnerships with parents and the local community are integral to the school's approach, enhancing the educational experience for all students.

Witchampton CofE First School is part of the Initio Learning Trust, which supports collaborative educational efforts within the community. Parents interested in enrolling their children are encouraged to arrange school tours and familiarize themselves with the admissions process, with applications for the 2026-2027 academic year opening in January 2026.

Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
Age range
5 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
70
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2015-02-28
Last Ofsted
2009-06-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 70
2024-09-11 70
2023-09-11 70
2022-09-11 70
2021-09-11 70
2020-09-11 70

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