Shillingstone Church of England Primary School

URN: 147141 • Blandford Forum DT11 0TX

Overview

Name
Shillingstone Church of England Primary School
URN
147141
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
SHERBORNE AREA SCHOOLS' TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Wright (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01258860446
Website
Visit
Address
Augustan Avenue, Blandford Forum DT11 0TX

Summary

Shillingstone Church of England Primary School, located in Blandford Forum, Dorset, is a mixed academy converter catering to 103 pupils with a capacity of 105. The school fosters an inclusive and caring atmosphere, emphasizing the importance of community and collaboration, as reflected in their vision: “Growing together. Together we learn.” The school is committed to high standards of learning, providing a varied and engaging curriculum tailored to meet the individual needs of all students.

The school operates four classes, accommodating different year groups from Reception to Year 6. With an open-door policy, Shillingstone encourages active parental involvement in children's education, ensuring that families are supported in their learning journeys. Regular assessments and clear learning goals help track student progress, fostering a nurturing environment where every child is valued.

Shillingstone CE Primary also focuses on celebrating diversity and promoting environmental awareness through initiatives related to community impact. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including a Breakfast Club and after-school programs, enhancing the overall educational experience for its students.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
SHERBORNE AREA SCHOOLS' TRUST
Capacity
105
Pupils
103
Boys
42
Girls
61
FSM %
23.30
Open date
2019-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 103 42 61 105 23.30
2024-09-11 105 46 59 105 24.80
2023-09-11 96 44 52 105 21.90
2022-09-11 96 44 52 105 21.90
2021-09-11 100 44 56 105 20.00
2020-09-11 101 48 53 105 17.80

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