Motcombe CofE Primary School
URN: 141798 • Shaftesbury SP7 9NT
Overview
- Name
- Motcombe CofE Primary School
- URN
- 141798
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SHERBORNE AREA SCHOOLS' TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Barge (since 2025) , Ceo of Southern Academy Trust
- Telephone
- 01747852018
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Church Road, Shaftesbury SP7 9NT
Summary
Motcombe CofE Primary School, located in Shaftesbury, Dorset, is a mixed academy converter catering to 162 pupils, with a capacity of 210. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its motto, “Faith and Friendship, Learning and Laughter,” which guides its commitment to creating a safe and supportive learning environment. The school emphasizes the importance of happiness in learning, fostering strong partnerships with families to help children reach their full potential.
The school features a blend of traditional and modern facilities, including a Victorian building, seven well-resourced classrooms, and extensive outdoor areas for various sports and activities. Motcombe Primary offers a creative curriculum designed to engage students and promote high academic standards. Additionally, the school provides a range of extracurricular activities, including music tuition and competitive sports, enhancing the overall educational experience.
Motcombe Primary is deeply rooted in its Christian values, promoting a strong sense of community and partnership with the local church. This commitment to faith and community enriches the students' understanding and appreciation of their values, preparing them for their future lives.
The school features a blend of traditional and modern facilities, including a Victorian building, seven well-resourced classrooms, and extensive outdoor areas for various sports and activities. Motcombe Primary offers a creative curriculum designed to engage students and promote high academic standards. Additionally, the school provides a range of extracurricular activities, including music tuition and competitive sports, enhancing the overall educational experience.
Motcombe Primary is deeply rooted in its Christian values, promoting a strong sense of community and partnership with the local church. This commitment to faith and community enriches the students' understanding and appreciation of their values, preparing them for their future lives.
Useful links
- Academy Committee (Governance) (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Letters Home (calendar)
- Newsletters (calendar)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Terms & Conditions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Dorset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SHERBORNE AREA SCHOOLS' TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 162
- Boys
- 94
- Girls
- 68
- FSM %
- 11.70
- Open date
- 2015-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-06-28
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 162 | 94 | 68 | 210 | 11.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 183 | 109 | 74 | 210 | 14.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 182 | 96 | 86 | 210 | 13.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 182 | 96 | 86 | 210 | 13.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 181 | 90 | 91 | 140 | 12.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 182 | 90 | 92 | 140 | 9.30 |
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