Piddle Valley Church of England First School

URN: 141804 • Dorchester DT2 7QL

Overview

Name
Piddle Valley Church of England First School
URN
141804
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
WESSEX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jemma Moore (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01300348219
Website
Visit
Address
Piddletrenthide, Dorchester DT2 7QL

Summary

Piddle Valley Church of England First School is a mixed primary academy located in Dorchester, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 44 pupils and a capacity of 115. The school is dedicated to fostering a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. Guided by core Christian values of trust, respect, and the spirit to shine, Piddle Valley aims to create an inclusive community that promotes joyful learning and celebrates individuality.

The school offers a curriculum designed to inspire curiosity and creativity, catering to the needs of each child from Nursery to Year 4. With a commitment to the holistic development of students, Piddle Valley prioritises not only academic achievement but also the social, emotional, and physical well-being of its pupils. The dedicated staff work collaboratively with families and the wider community to ensure a safe and stimulating learning environment.

Situated in the picturesque Piddle Valley, the school plays an integral role in the local community. Piddle Valley CE First School is recognised for its potential and strives for continuous improvement, ensuring that students grow into confident and compassionate leaders of tomorrow.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
2 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WESSEX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
115
Pupils
44
Boys
20
Girls
24
FSM %
20.50
Open date
2015-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 44 20 24 115 20.50
2024-09-11 53 29 24 115 15.10
2023-09-11 73 36 37 115 8.20
2022-09-11 73 36 37 115 8.20
2021-09-11 73 36 37 115 8.20
2020-09-11 86 42 44 115 11.60

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