West Moors Middle School

URN: 113861 • Ferndown BH22 0DA

Overview

Name
West Moors Middle School
URN
113861
Type
Community school
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
47.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Deborah Craddock (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01202872474
Website
Visit
Address
Heathfield Way, Ferndown BH22 0DA

Summary

West Moors Middle School is a community school located in Ferndown, Dorset, catering to a mixed-gender cohort of 236 pupils, with a capacity of 240. The school operates as a two-form entry middle school, focusing on creating a secure and friendly learning environment. The ethos of the school is built around core values of Care, Aspire, Achieve, and Respect, fostering an inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential.

The curriculum at West Moors Middle School is broad and balanced, designed to promote academic, physical, and spiritual development. The school emphasizes resilience and creativity, providing opportunities for students to explore various subjects and interests. Support from dedicated staff, governors, and the Parents’ Teachers Friends Association (PTFA) plays a crucial role in nurturing a strong school community.

Headteacher Dr. Deborah Craddock leads the school with a commitment to ensuring that children are valued as individuals and as part of the school family. The school actively engages with parents and carers, inviting them to participate in school life and fostering a collaborative environment for the benefit of all students.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
9 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
240
Pupils
236
Boys
112
Girls
124
FSM %
36.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-02-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 236 112 124 240 36.00
2024-09-11 247 132 115 240 39.70
2023-09-11 215 114 101 240 40.90
2022-09-11 215 114 101 240 40.90
2021-09-11 198 114 84 240 41.40
2020-09-11 201 110 91 240 30.30

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