Wimborne First School and Nursery

URN: 148464 • Wimborne BH21 4FW

Overview

Name
Wimborne First School and Nursery
URN
148464
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HAMWIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Richard Skinner (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01202882532
Website
Visit
Address
Campanula Way, Wimborne BH21 4FW

Summary

Wimborne First School and Nursery, located in Wimborne, Dorset, serves a mixed-gender population of 418 pupils, with a capacity of 308. As an academy converter, the school offers education from Nursery through to Year 4. The school's ethos focuses on creating a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to be aspirational, responsible, and resilient learners. The staff is committed to fostering a positive atmosphere, ensuring that children feel happy and motivated.

The curriculum at Wimborne First School is designed to be engaging, broad, and balanced, catering to the individual needs of students. The school promotes values of safety, kindness, and respect, which are integral to daily life and interactions within the school community. Additionally, the school offers various extracurricular clubs and support services, including SEND and inclusion interventions, to enhance the learning experience for all pupils.

Wimborne First School is part of the Hamwic Education Trust, which supports its governance and operational framework. The school prides itself on its strong community ties and encourages parental involvement through initiatives like the Parent Teacher and Friends Association (PTFA). For further information, parents can visit the school’s website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
2 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
HAMWIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
308
Pupils
418
Boys
214
Girls
204
FSM %
11.70
Open date
2021-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 418 214 204 308 11.70
2024-09-11 403 206 197 308 10.70
2023-09-11 312 161 151 308 11.00
2022-09-11 312 161 151 308 11.00
2021-09-11 308

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