Charlton Horethorne Church of England Primary School

URN: 123901 • Sherborne DT9 4NL

Overview

Name
Charlton Horethorne Church of England Primary School
URN
123901
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Phillip Sales (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Charlton Horethorne, Sherborne DT9 4NL

Summary

Charlton Horethorne Church of England Primary School is a small, voluntary aided school located in the village of Charlton Horethorne, Sherborne, Somerset. With a capacity of 57 pupils, the school offers mixed-age classes from the Foundation Stage to Year 6. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment underpinned by Christian values, encouraging students to learn, enjoy, achieve, and flourish.

The curriculum is designed to support the diverse needs of all students, with experienced teachers and skilled teaching assistants providing tailored guidance. The school promotes a holistic approach to education, focusing on academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development. Alongside the core curriculum, students participate in various extracurricular activities, including sports clubs and enrichment opportunities, fostering a sense of community and teamwork.

Charlton Horethorne CE Primary School prides itself on being a "family" school where every child is valued. The school actively engages with the local community and encourages pupils to support charitable initiatives, reinforcing its commitment to developing compassionate and responsible citizens.

Key details

LA
Somerset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
57
Pupils
57
Boys
25
Girls
32
FSM %
1.80
Open date
Close date
2019-04-30
Last Ofsted
2017-02-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 57 25 32 57 1.80
2024-09-11 57 25 32 57 1.80
2023-09-11 57 25 32 57 1.80
2022-09-11 57 25 32 57 1.80
2021-09-11 57 25 32 57 1.80
2020-09-11 57 25 32 57 1.80

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