Witchampton Church of England First School

URN: 141854 • Wimborne BH21 5AP

Overview

Name
Witchampton Church of England First School
URN
141854
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
INITIO LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
56.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sharon Staddon (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01258840684
Website
Visit
Address
Witchampton, Wimborne BH21 5AP

Summary

Witchampton Church of England First School is a small, mixed academy located in Wimborne, Dorset, catering to children aged 4 to 9. With a current enrolment of 51 pupils and a capacity of 75, the school fosters a nurturing environment where both academic and emotional growth are prioritised. The ethos of the school is rooted in holistic care, aiming to support pupils and their families in a spiritually enriching atmosphere.

The school operates under the Initio Learning Trust, which emphasizes high-quality education and community engagement. Parents are encouraged to participate actively in their children's education, and the school offers tours for prospective families to explore its facilities and ask questions. Admissions for new pupils are managed through the local authority, with specific timelines for applications and appeals outlined on the school’s website.

Witchampton CofE First School is committed to transforming the lives of its students and their families, ensuring that every child flourishes in a supportive and inclusive setting. For further information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
5 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
INITIO LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
75
Pupils
51
Boys
27
Girls
24
FSM %
0.00
Open date
2015-03-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 51 27 24 75 0.00
2024-09-11 55 26 29 75 3.60
2023-09-11 67 36 31 75 9.00
2022-09-11 67 36 31 75 9.00
2021-09-11 64 41 23 75 10.90
2020-09-11 66 40 26 75 12.10

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