Sixpenny Handley First School and Nursery

URN: 142503 • Salisbury SP5 5NJ

Overview

Name
Sixpenny Handley First School and Nursery
URN
142503
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
61.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rachael Musselwhite (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01725552356
Website
Visit
Address
Common Road, Salisbury SP5 5NJ

Summary

Sixpenny Handley First School and Nursery, located in the picturesque village of Sixpenny Handley, Salisbury, is a mixed primary academy catering to 82 pupils, with a capacity of 125. The school emphasizes a nurturing environment where children aged 2 to 4 years in the nursery are encouraged to explore and lead their learning journeys. The curriculum is designed to foster key values such as curiosity, resilience, and collaboration, helping students develop essential skills for their future.

The school operates from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, with structured playtimes and a focus on creating a supportive community. The ethos revolves around British values and understanding local and global contexts, promoting self-respect and kindness among students. Pupil voice is integral, with opportunities for children to reflect on their experiences and contribute to school life.

Uniform is expected to promote equality and a sense of belonging, with costs kept to a minimum. For more information or to arrange a visit, parents can contact the school office directly.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
2 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE HEATH ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
125
Pupils
82
Boys
41
Girls
41
FSM %
9.40
Open date
2015-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-04-26
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Wiltshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 82 41 41 125 9.40
2024-09-11 89 46 43 125 11.30
2023-09-11 106 48 58 125 11.40
2022-09-11 106 48 58 108 11.40
2021-09-11 91 45 46 108 12.10
2020-09-11 88 45 43 108 10.20

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