Colehill First School

URN: 141768 • Wimborne BH21 2LZ

Overview

Name
Colehill First School
URN
141768
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
INITIO LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Fairman (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01202882506
Website
Visit
Address
Pilford Heath Road, Wimborne BH21 2LZ

Summary

Colehill First School, located in Wimborne, Dorset, is a mixed primary academy catering to children aged 4 to 9. Established in the 1890s and rebuilt in 2004, the school operates under the Initio Learning Trust, following a merger with The Minerva Learning Trust in 2023. With a current enrolment of 147 pupils and a capacity of 150, the school fosters a strong community spirit and encourages close partnerships between home and school.

The school day runs from 8:40 am to 3:15 pm, providing 31 hours and 40 minutes of education each week. Colehill First School prioritises a supportive learning environment where children are encouraged to develop a love for learning. The active Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) plays a significant role in enhancing resources and opportunities for students.

Parents interested in enrolling their children can find information about the admissions process on the school's website. Tours are available for prospective families, and applications for Reception places should be submitted through the local authority by the specified deadlines.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
5 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
INITIO LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
150
Pupils
147
Boys
72
Girls
75
FSM %
8.80
Open date
2015-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 147 72 75 150 8.80
2024-09-11 151 75 76 150 13.30
2023-09-11 152 73 79 150 12.50
2022-09-11 152 73 79 150 12.50
2021-09-11 148 72 76 150 11.50
2020-09-11 153 82 71 150 9.20

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