Ferndown Middle School

URN: 113878 • Ferndown BH22 9UP

Overview

Name
Ferndown Middle School
URN
113878
Type
Community school
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
67.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gillian Allen (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Peter Grant Way, Ferndown BH22 9UP

Summary

Ferndown Middle School is a community school located in Ferndown, Dorset, catering to mixed-gender students in a middle deemed secondary phase. With a current enrolment of 583 pupils and a capacity of 600, the school fosters a respectful and inclusive environment where students take pride in their community. The school is committed to promoting positive relationships between students and staff, which enhances the overall learning experience.

The school offers a range of academic and extracurricular activities, including a KS2 After School Club, which is available daily until 5:30 pm. This initiative supports students' learning and provides additional opportunities for engagement outside the classroom. Ferndown Middle School also prioritises communication with parents, offering resources such as a weekly bulletin and access to school policies through their website.

With 16% of students eligible for free school meals, Ferndown Middle School actively works to support all pupils, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive. The school encourages a strong sense of community and welcomes parental involvement, making it a central part of the educational journey for its students.

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Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
9 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
600
Pupils
583
Boys
303
Girls
280
FSM %
16.00
Open date
Close date
2020-12-31
Last Ofsted
2018-01-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 583 303 280 600 16.00
2024-09-11 583 303 280 600 16.00
2023-09-11 583 303 280 600 16.00
2022-09-11 583 303 280 600 16.00
2021-09-11 583 303 280 600 16.00
2020-09-11 583 303 280 600 16.00

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