Portesham Church of England Primary School

URN: 113833 • Weymouth DT3 4HP

Overview

Name
Portesham Church of England Primary School
URN
113833
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Special Measures
Ranking score
33.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Vicky Prior (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Winters Close, Weymouth DT3 4HP

Summary

Portesham Church of England Primary School, located in Weymouth, Dorset, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to mixed-gender pupils. With a current enrolment of 57 students and a capacity of 105, the school maintains a close-knit community atmosphere. The school is committed to ensuring that every child is happy, confident, and able to achieve their full potential, guided by its Christian ethos and the vision for all children to "Aspire, Flourish, and Achieve."

The curriculum at Portesham Primary is designed to be engaging and relevant, fostering a passion for learning while nurturing individual talents. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with parents and the wider community to uphold high educational standards and provide a well-rounded experience for all pupils.

As part of the First Federation Trust, Portesham Primary benefits from a supportive network of schools, allowing for shared resources and best practices. The school encourages parental involvement and welcomes visits to provide insight into the vibrant school life and the various activities offered.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
57
Boys
24
Girls
33
FSM %
15.80
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2022-05-31
Last Ofsted
2021-05-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 57 24 33 105 15.80
2024-09-11 57 24 33 105 15.80
2023-09-11 57 24 33 105 15.80
2022-09-11 57 24 33 105 15.80
2021-09-11 79 41 38 105 22.80
2020-09-11 94 56 38 105 16.00

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