Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School

URN: 123129 • Wallingford OX10 7HR

Overview

Name
Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School
URN
123129
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanna Staples (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01865340081
Website
Visit
Address
Queen Street, Wallingford OX10 7HR

Summary

Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Wallingford, Oxfordshire, with a current enrolment of 75 pupils and a capacity of 105. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where each child is valued as an individual. The ethos is underpinned by core values of compassion, knowledge, and diversity, aiming to develop happy, healthy, and informed individuals.

The curriculum at Dorchester St Birinus is broad and engaging, providing students with various opportunities to learn and grow. Unique features include a forest school programme, which allows children to explore nature and develop resilience through outdoor activities. The school also offers a breakfast club and an after-school club (DASH) to support working families.

Situated in the picturesque village of Dorchester, the school benefits from its natural surroundings, including the nearby river and Hurst Water Meadow. This community context enriches the educational experience, encouraging children to connect with their environment and develop a sense of belonging both locally and globally.

Key details

LA
Oxfordshire
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
105
Pupils
75
Boys
39
Girls
36
FSM %
8.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Oxfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 75 39 36 105 8.00
2024-09-11 70 35 35 105 12.90
2023-09-11 73 32 41 105 13.70
2022-09-11 73 32 41 105 13.70
2021-09-11 74 31 43 105 20.30
2020-09-11 72 31 41 105 18.10

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