Spetisbury CofE VA Primary School
URN: 113826 • Blandford Forum DT11 9DF
Overview
- Name
- Spetisbury CofE VA Primary School
- URN
- 113826
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jane Minett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- High Street, Blandford Forum DT11 9DF
Summary
Spetisbury CofE VA Primary School is a mixed voluntary aided primary school located in Blandford Forum, Dorset. With a capacity of 137 students, the school aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment that fosters both academic and personal growth. As a Church of England school, it incorporates Christian values into its ethos, promoting a sense of community and moral development among its pupils.
The curriculum at Spetisbury is designed to be broad and balanced, ensuring that all subjects are covered while also encouraging creativity and critical thinking. The school places a strong emphasis on the importance of both academic achievement and personal well-being, offering various support mechanisms for students to thrive. This includes tailored learning plans and additional resources for those who may need extra help.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at Spetisbury CofE VA Primary School. The school actively engages with local families and organisations, fostering strong relationships that enhance the educational experience. Parents are encouraged to participate in school events and initiatives, creating a collaborative environment that benefits both students and the wider community.
The curriculum at Spetisbury is designed to be broad and balanced, ensuring that all subjects are covered while also encouraging creativity and critical thinking. The school places a strong emphasis on the importance of both academic achievement and personal well-being, offering various support mechanisms for students to thrive. This includes tailored learning plans and additional resources for those who may need extra help.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at Spetisbury CofE VA Primary School. The school actively engages with local families and organisations, fostering strong relationships that enhance the educational experience. Parents are encouraged to participate in school events and initiatives, creating a collaborative environment that benefits both students and the wider community.
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Key details
- LA
- Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 137
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2014-06-30
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 137 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 137 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 137 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 137 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 137 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 137 |
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