Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN: 126439 • Shaftesbury SP7 9AU
Overview
- Name
- Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
- URN
- 126439
- 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
- 59.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Abigail Carlyle-Clarke (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01747830427
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Semley, Shaftesbury SP7 9AU
Summary
Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Shaftesbury, Wiltshire, serves a mixed-gender population of 123 pupils, with a capacity for 150. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to realise their unique potential. Emphasising the importance of individuality and creativity, Semley aims to provide a balanced educational experience that supports both academic and personal growth.
The curriculum at Semley focuses on core skills in literacy and numeracy while integrating a topic-based creative approach. This allows students to make meaningful connections across subjects, promoting a comprehensive understanding of their learning. The school maintains high expectations for behaviour and attitudes, fostering self-respect and respect for others within the community.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Semley's ethos, with students encouraged to participate in charitable activities and voice their opinions on school matters. This approach not only cultivates a sense of responsibility but also prepares children to become well-rounded individuals ready to face future challenges.
The curriculum at Semley focuses on core skills in literacy and numeracy while integrating a topic-based creative approach. This allows students to make meaningful connections across subjects, promoting a comprehensive understanding of their learning. The school maintains high expectations for behaviour and attitudes, fostering self-respect and respect for others within the community.
Community involvement is a key aspect of Semley's ethos, with students encouraged to participate in charitable activities and voice their opinions on school matters. This approach not only cultivates a sense of responsibility but also prepares children to become well-rounded individuals ready to face future challenges.
Useful links
- Governors' Secure Zone (governance)
- Our Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Friday Round Up 19th September 2025 (download)
- Friday Round Up - 3rd October 2025 (download)
- Friday Round Up - 26th September 2025 (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 123 | 59 | 64 | 150 | 5.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 123 | 65 | 58 | 150 | 5.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 117 | 58 | 59 | 150 | 4.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 117 | 58 | 59 | 150 | 4.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 127 | 62 | 65 | 150 | 2.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 129 | 68 | 61 | 150 | 1.60 |
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