Archbishop Wake Church of England Primary School
URN: 141043 • Blandford Forum DT11 8SW
Overview
- Name
- Archbishop Wake Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 141043
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF SALISBURY ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Daniel Lasbury-Carter (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01258453120
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Black Lane, Blandford Forum DT11 8SW
Summary
Archbishop Wake Church of England Primary School, located in Blandford Forum, Dorset, is a mixed academy with a current enrolment of 369 pupils, out of a capacity of 420. The school is committed to fostering a caring and inclusive environment where each child is valued as an individual. The ethos emphasizes respect, support, and personal development, preparing students for their future with a strong foundation in key skills and a sense of community responsibility.
The curriculum at Archbishop Wake aims to provide a balanced range of educational opportunities, promoting both academic achievement and personal growth. The school encourages children to discover and develop their talents while ensuring they understand the importance of safety and health. Celebrating successes and contributions from all pupils is a core aspect of the school culture.
Named after William Wake, a former Archbishop of Canterbury who contributed to local education, the school has a rich history and continues to thrive as a central part of the Blandford community. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various events and activities, fostering a strong partnership in their children's education.
The curriculum at Archbishop Wake aims to provide a balanced range of educational opportunities, promoting both academic achievement and personal growth. The school encourages children to discover and develop their talents while ensuring they understand the importance of safety and health. Celebrating successes and contributions from all pupils is a core aspect of the school culture.
Named after William Wake, a former Archbishop of Canterbury who contributed to local education, the school has a rich history and continues to thrive as a central part of the Blandford community. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through various events and activities, fostering a strong partnership in their children's education.
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- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
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Key details
- LA
- Dorset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF SALISBURY ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 369
- Boys
- 189
- Girls
- 180
- FSM %
- 27.90
- Open date
- 2014-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-25
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 369 | 189 | 180 | 420 | 27.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 401 | 207 | 194 | 420 | 23.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 395 | 207 | 188 | 420 | 24.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 395 | 207 | 188 | 420 | 24.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 398 | 212 | 186 | 420 | 18.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 413 | 225 | 188 | 420 | 16.70 |
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