Cranborne Church of England First School
URN: 148301 • Wimborne BH21 5QB
Overview
- Name
- Cranborne Church of England First School
- URN
- 148301
- 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
- 58.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Annette Faithfull (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01725517439
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Water Street, Wimborne BH21 5QB
Summary
Cranborne Church of England First School is a mixed primary academy located in Wimborne, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 71 pupils and a capacity of 140. The school prides itself on being a nurturing and vibrant environment where children are valued as individuals. The ethos is rooted in Christian values, promoting love, wisdom, and hope, which guide the school's approach to education and community relationships.
The curriculum at Cranborne First School aims to provide a well-rounded education, fostering both academic and spiritual growth. The school encourages children to develop skills and resilience, preparing them for future challenges. Emphasis is placed on building strong relationships within the school community, ensuring that every child feels supported and cared for.
Cranborne First School also upholds British values, including democracy, mutual respect, and tolerance, which are integrated into daily school life. The school welcomes visits from prospective families, offering opportunities to engage with the community and experience the school environment firsthand.
The curriculum at Cranborne First School aims to provide a well-rounded education, fostering both academic and spiritual growth. The school encourages children to develop skills and resilience, preparing them for future challenges. Emphasis is placed on building strong relationships within the school community, ensuring that every child feels supported and cared for.
Cranborne First School also upholds British values, including democracy, mutual respect, and tolerance, which are integrated into daily school life. The school welcomes visits from prospective families, offering opportunities to engage with the community and experience the school environment firsthand.
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- 21st Jul 2025Summer Disco!! All of the children had a fantastic time at their end of term disco today Read More (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Dorset
- Age range
- 2 - 9
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- DIOCESE OF SALISBURY ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 140
- Pupils
- 71
- Boys
- 30
- Girls
- 41
- FSM %
- 13.60
- Open date
- 2021-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-13
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 71 | 30 | 41 | 140 | 13.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 73 | 37 | 36 | 140 | 8.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 97 | 50 | 47 | 140 | 11.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 97 | 50 | 47 | 140 | 11.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 112 | 56 | 56 | 140 | 13.40 |
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