St James' Church of England First School and Nursery, Alderholt

URN: 142506 • Fordingbridge SP6 3AJ

Overview

Name
St James' Church of England First School and Nursery, Alderholt
URN
142506
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE HEATH ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jo Hudson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01425653063
Website
Visit
Address
Park Lane, Fordingbridge SP6 3AJ

Summary

St James' Church of England First School and Nursery, located in Alderholt, Fordingbridge, is a mixed primary academy catering to 125 pupils, with a capacity of 180. The school emphasizes a nurturing environment where children can flourish both academically and socially. With a strong commitment to Christian values, St James' aims to develop responsible community citizens through a creative, child-led curriculum that balances core subjects like Maths and English with engaging, interactive learning experiences.

The nursery at St James' provides high-quality childcare for children aged 2-4 years, offering flexible full-time and part-time options. The nursery operates extended hours, ensuring that families have access to the care they need. The school benefits from a spacious rural setting, including outdoor learning areas and a developing forest school, which enhances the educational experience.

Headteacher Jo Hudson encourages prospective parents to visit and explore the school's ethos and vision. The school prides itself on its supportive community and aims to provide a unique and individual experience for each child as they embark on their educational journey.

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
180
Pupils
125
Boys
54
Girls
71
FSM %
10.40
Open date
2015-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-03-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 125 54 71 180 10.40
2024-09-11 104 46 58 180 13.50
2023-09-11 102 46 56 180 15.70
2022-09-11 102 46 56 180 15.70
2021-09-11 93 43 50 180 10.80
2020-09-11 109 56 53 180 11.00

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