Milldown CofE Academy
URN: 146153 • Blandford Forum DT11 7SN
Overview
- Name
- Milldown CofE Academy
- URN
- 146153
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF SALISBURY ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Law (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01258452456
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Milldown Road, Blandford Forum DT11 7SN
Summary
Milldown CofE Academy is a mixed primary school located in Blandford Forum, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 207 pupils and a capacity of 210. As an academy converter, the school operates under the Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust (DSAT) and is committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. The school's ethos is encapsulated in its vision to "Inspire, Believe, Achieve," which is rooted in Christian values and aims to develop students' confidence, resilience, and interpersonal skills.
The curriculum at Milldown is bespoke, designed to engage students in a love of learning while encouraging curiosity and a proactive approach to challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement, offering programs such as the Inspiring Leaders groups, which empower children to contribute positively to their school and wider community.
Milldown CE Academy values strong partnerships with parents, recognising the importance of collaboration in supporting children's growth and development. The school prides itself on creating a family-like atmosphere where all members of the community—children, staff, and parents—are encouraged to flourish together.
The curriculum at Milldown is bespoke, designed to engage students in a love of learning while encouraging curiosity and a proactive approach to challenges. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement, offering programs such as the Inspiring Leaders groups, which empower children to contribute positively to their school and wider community.
Milldown CE Academy values strong partnerships with parents, recognising the importance of collaboration in supporting children's growth and development. The school prides itself on creating a family-like atmosphere where all members of the community—children, staff, and parents—are encouraged to flourish together.
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Key details
- LA
- Dorset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF SALISBURY ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 207
- Boys
- 110
- Girls
- 97
- FSM %
- 23.20
- Open date
- 2018-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-10-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 207 | 110 | 97 | 210 | 23.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 203 | 101 | 102 | 210 | 23.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 255 | 124 | 131 | 210 | 22.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 255 | 124 | 131 | 210 | 22.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 249 | 120 | 129 | 210 | 22.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 251 | 126 | 125 | 210 | 17.90 |
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