Oakhurst Community First School
URN: 142500 • Ferndown BH22 0DY
Overview
- Name
- Oakhurst Community First School
- URN
- 142500
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- THE HEATH ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ann Clark (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202871577
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Shaftesbury Road, Ferndown BH22 0DY
Summary
Oakhurst Community First School is a mixed primary academy located in Ferndown, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 175 pupils and a capacity of 209. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, prioritising the development of each child's potential through a well-rounded curriculum. With a focus on core subjects, the school also emphasises the importance of British values and community involvement.
The school day is structured to provide a balanced mix of academic learning and extracurricular activities, encouraging children to engage with their peers and develop social skills. Oakhurst Community First School values parental involvement and regularly hosts events, such as information meetings and assemblies, to strengthen the connection between home and school.
Oakhurst is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all. With approximately 20.6% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school actively works to support families and foster a sense of community among its diverse student body. For more information, visit their website at www.oakhurstfirst.com.
The school day is structured to provide a balanced mix of academic learning and extracurricular activities, encouraging children to engage with their peers and develop social skills. Oakhurst Community First School values parental involvement and regularly hosts events, such as information meetings and assemblies, to strengthen the connection between home and school.
Oakhurst is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all. With approximately 20.6% of pupils eligible for free school meals, the school actively works to support families and foster a sense of community among its diverse student body. For more information, visit their website at www.oakhurstfirst.com.
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Nearby alternatives
- Parley First School (66.4)
- Ferndown First School (64.3)
- Parley First School (63.6)
- Oakhurst Community First School (60.2)
- Ferndown First School (59.5)
Key details
- LA
- Dorset
- Age range
- 5 - 9
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE HEATH ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 209
- Pupils
- 175
- Boys
- 81
- Girls
- 94
- FSM %
- 20.60
- Open date
- 2015-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-11-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 175 | 81 | 94 | 209 | 20.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 168 | 76 | 92 | 209 | 24.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 173 | 79 | 94 | 209 | 23.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 173 | 79 | 94 | 209 | 23.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 159 | 78 | 81 | 209 | 25.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 178 | 89 | 89 | 209 | 26.40 |
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