Swanage St Mark's Church of England Primary School

URN: 142165 • Swanage BH19 2PH

Overview

Name
Swanage St Mark's Church of England Primary School
URN
142165
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
COASTAL LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebecca Martin (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01929422949
Website
Visit
Address
High Street, Swanage BH19 2PH

Summary

Swanage St Mark's Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy located in Swanage, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 120 pupils, against a capacity of 210. The school prides itself on fostering a caring and supportive environment where each child is encouraged to achieve their personal best. The ethos of the school is built around the values of love, trust, respect, and inspiration, which are integral to the community it serves.

The curriculum at St Mark's is designed to be rich and challenging, preparing students for their future educational journeys. The school places a strong emphasis on individual development, promoting confidence and independence among its pupils. Additionally, the school has been recognised for its commitment to supporting families and engaging with the local community, reflecting its role as an 'Excellent' Church school.

St Mark's is part of the Coastal Learning Partnership, which enhances its educational offerings and community involvement. The school is situated in a picturesque setting, close to the seaside and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Purbecks, providing an enriching backdrop for learning and exploration.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
COASTAL LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
210
Pupils
120
Boys
55
Girls
65
FSM %
40.80
Open date
2015-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 120 55 65 210 40.80
2024-09-11 141 70 71 210 42.60
2023-09-11 152 88 64 210 36.20
2022-09-11 152 88 64 210 36.20
2021-09-11 153 82 71 210 35.30
2020-09-11 156 86 70 210 35.30

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