The New Forest CofE (VA) Primary School

URN: 126407 • Salisbury SP5 2BY

Overview

Name
The New Forest CofE (VA) Primary School
URN
126407
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
54.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Caroline Whittaker (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
School Road, Salisbury SP5 2BY

Summary

The New Forest CofE (VA) Primary School, located in Salisbury, Wiltshire, serves 155 pupils and operates with a capacity of 210. As a voluntary aided school, it is rooted in Christian values, emphasizing kindness, fairness, and hope. The school's ethos, encapsulated in the vision of "Learning Together through Friendship and Faith," aims to foster a supportive community where children can thrive academically and personally.

Following its recent Ofsted inspection in December 2024, the school received an 'Outstanding' rating in Personal Development and 'Good' in other areas, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards. Additionally, the SIAMS inspection in July 2023 rated the school as 'Excellent,' highlighting its strong Christian ethos and community involvement. The school is part of the Magna Learning Partnership, which collaborates with other local schools to enhance educational quality and student outcomes.

The New Forest Primary School prioritizes the holistic development of its pupils, encouraging resilience, creativity, and respect for others. Parents are invited to visit the school to experience its vibrant learning environment firsthand.

Key details

LA
Wiltshire
Age range
5 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
210
Pupils
155
Boys
80
Girls
75
FSM %
3.90
Open date
Close date
2020-06-30
Last Ofsted
2018-07-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 155 80 75 210 3.90
2024-09-11 155 80 75 210 3.90
2023-09-11 155 80 75 210 3.90
2022-09-11 155 80 75 210 3.90
2021-09-11 155 80 75 210 3.90
2020-09-11 155 80 75 210 3.90

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