Chickerell Primary Academy

URN: 139147 • Weymouth DT3 4AT

Overview

Name
Chickerell Primary Academy
URN
139147
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE FIRST FEDERATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jody Harris (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01305783876
Website
Visit
Address
Rashley Road, Weymouth DT3 4AT

Summary

Chickerell Primary Academy, located in Weymouth, Dorset, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 409 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a nurturing and supportive environment where every child feels valued and inspired to achieve their best. The ethos of the academy is encapsulated in the phrase, "Every child matters, so every day counts," reflecting their dedication to the holistic development of each student.

The curriculum at Chickerell Primary Academy is designed to be varied and inclusive, ensuring that all children can reach their potential. The school places a strong emphasis on key skills in reading, writing, and numeracy, while also offering a wide range of extracurricular activities, including creative arts, sports, and drama. Additionally, the school prioritises pupil safeguarding and emotional well-being, employing approaches such as ELSA and THRIVE to support students' readiness to learn.

Chickerell Primary Academy is also a Rights Respecting School, promoting the principles of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child. This commitment to Pupil Voice encourages children to engage actively in their education and community, fostering a sense of pride and responsibility among students.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE FIRST FEDERATION TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
409
Boys
215
Girls
194
FSM %
24.90
Open date
2013-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2018-11-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 409 215 194 420 24.90
2024-09-11 397 209 188 420 23.70
2023-09-11 404 217 187 420 19.80
2022-09-11 404 217 187 420 19.80
2021-09-11 405 214 191 420 19.50
2020-09-11 413 211 202 420 16.20

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