St Francis Catholic and Church of England (Aided) Primary School
URN: 136011 • Ventnor PO38 1BQ
Overview
- Name
- St Francis Catholic and Church of England (Aided) Primary School
- URN
- 136011
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England/Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 40.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rebecca Chessell (since 2025)
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Newport Road, Ventnor PO38 1BQ
Summary
St Francis Catholic and Church of England (Aided) Primary School is a mixed voluntary aided primary school located in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight. With a current enrolment of 270 pupils, the school has a capacity for 420 students. The school community values inclusivity and support, with 21.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to serving a diverse demographic.
The curriculum at St Francis is designed to foster not only academic achievement but also personal development and social responsibility. The school promotes a strong ethos of kindness and empathy, encouraging students to engage with their community and support one another. This is exemplified in various initiatives and activities that highlight the importance of compassion and respect, preparing students to be thoughtful citizens.
St Francis Primary School also emphasizes the role of parents and the wider community in the educational process, fostering strong partnerships that enhance the learning experience. The school’s commitment to nurturing a supportive environment is evident in its approach to education, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who are equipped for future challenges.
The curriculum at St Francis is designed to foster not only academic achievement but also personal development and social responsibility. The school promotes a strong ethos of kindness and empathy, encouraging students to engage with their community and support one another. This is exemplified in various initiatives and activities that highlight the importance of compassion and respect, preparing students to be thoughtful citizens.
St Francis Primary School also emphasizes the role of parents and the wider community in the educational process, fostering strong partnerships that enhance the learning experience. The school’s commitment to nurturing a supportive environment is evident in its approach to education, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who are equipped for future challenges.
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Key details
- LA
- Isle of Wight
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 270
- Boys
- 140
- Girls
- 130
- FSM %
- 21.50
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- 2017-06-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2016-01-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Isle of Wight
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 270 | 140 | 130 | 420 | 21.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 270 | 140 | 130 | 420 | 21.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 270 | 140 | 130 | 420 | 21.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 270 | 140 | 130 | 420 | 21.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 270 | 140 | 130 | 420 | 21.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 270 | 140 | 130 | 420 | 21.50 |
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