Western Downland Church of England Aided Primary School
URN: 116387 • Fordingbridge SP6 3NA
Overview
- Name
- Western Downland Church of England Aided Primary School
- URN
- 116387
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alice Tubbs (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01725518233
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rockbourne, Fordingbridge SP6 3NA
Summary
Western Downland Church of England Aided Primary School, located in Fordingbridge, Hampshire, is a voluntary aided primary school with a capacity for 200 pupils and currently serves 181 students. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment underpinned by its Christian values of love, righteousness, and fellowship. These principles guide the interactions among pupils and staff, promoting kindness, compassion, and mutual respect.
The curriculum at Western Downland is designed to be broad, balanced, and inclusive, ensuring that all children have access to a wide range of learning experiences. Reading is prioritised, with a strong emphasis on phonics that has led to high outcomes for students. The school strives to create a supportive atmosphere where every child feels valued and is encouraged to reach their full potential.
Collaboration with parents is a key aspect of the school’s ethos, fostering a strong community spirit. The school aims to equip pupils with the skills and resilience needed for future challenges, ensuring they are well-prepared for the next stages of their education and life beyond school.
The curriculum at Western Downland is designed to be broad, balanced, and inclusive, ensuring that all children have access to a wide range of learning experiences. Reading is prioritised, with a strong emphasis on phonics that has led to high outcomes for students. The school strives to create a supportive atmosphere where every child feels valued and is encouraged to reach their full potential.
Collaboration with parents is a key aspect of the school’s ethos, fostering a strong community spirit. The school aims to equip pupils with the skills and resilience needed for future challenges, ensuring they are well-prepared for the next stages of their education and life beyond school.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- SEND Information (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- EARA Group (calendar)
- Pupil Success (calendar)
- Volunteering & Vacancies (calendar)
- Join Us (download)
- Admissions & Applications (other)
- School Policies & Documents (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 181 | 80 | 101 | 200 | 7.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 190 | 82 | 108 | 200 | 3.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 196 | 86 | 110 | 200 | 7.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 196 | 86 | 110 | 189 | 7.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 205 | 96 | 109 | 189 | 10.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 193 | 92 | 101 | 189 | 5.60 |
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