Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School
URN: 141810 • Shaftesbury SP7 8PZ
Overview
- Name
- Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 141810
- 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
- 54.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Barge (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01747852901
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wincombe Lane, Shaftesbury SP7 8PZ
Summary
Shaftesbury Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Shaftesbury, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 338 pupils and a capacity for 420. The school is committed to fostering a safe and nurturing environment where children feel loved and inspired. Its ethos is rooted in Christian values, guided by the mission from Hebrews 10:24-25, which emphasizes community support and encouragement.
The school aims to develop a Growth Mindset among students and staff, promoting independence, resilience, and a positive participation in learning. Shaftesbury CE Primary encourages individuality and creativity, ensuring that each child can reach their full potential. The curriculum is designed to engage students actively, with a strong emphasis on collaboration between children, families, and staff.
As part of the Sherborne Area Schools Trust, Shaftesbury CE Primary School is dedicated to building a supportive learning community. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school and participate in its activities, fostering a strong connection between home and school life. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
The school aims to develop a Growth Mindset among students and staff, promoting independence, resilience, and a positive participation in learning. Shaftesbury CE Primary encourages individuality and creativity, ensuring that each child can reach their full potential. The curriculum is designed to engage students actively, with a strong emphasis on collaboration between children, families, and staff.
As part of the Sherborne Area Schools Trust, Shaftesbury CE Primary School is dedicated to building a supportive learning community. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school and participate in its activities, fostering a strong connection between home and school life. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Diary Dates (calendar)
- Latest News (calendar)
- Letters (calendar)
- Newsletters (calendar)
- SPS In the News (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (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
- 420
- Pupils
- 338
- Boys
- 178
- Girls
- 160
- FSM %
- 28.00
- Open date
- 2015-03-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-02-16
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 338 | 178 | 160 | 420 | 28.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 361 | 178 | 183 | 420 | 27.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 345 | 180 | 165 | 420 | 28.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 345 | 180 | 165 | 420 | 28.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 370 | 194 | 176 | 420 | 29.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 387 | 194 | 193 | 420 | 26.40 |
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