Manor Park Church of England First School

URN: 149484 • Dorchester DT1 2BH

Overview

Name
Manor Park Church of England First School
URN
149484
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
WESSEX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
44.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tamara Sterck (since 2025)
Telephone
01305268741
Website
Visit
Address
Mellstock Avenue, Dorchester DT1 2BH

Summary

Manor Park Church of England First School is a mixed primary academy located in Dorchester, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 422 pupils and a capacity of 450. The school is organised into 14 classes and features a modern building with extensive grounds, providing opportunities for outdoor learning, including Forest School. The school prides itself on creating a caring and supportive environment, beginning with its pre-school program.

The school community is diverse, with families from various cultural backgrounds, which enriches the learning experience. Manor Park CE First School celebrates this diversity and aims to foster understanding and respect among its pupils, preparing them for life in multicultural Britain.

Safeguarding is a top priority at Manor Park, with all staff trained to recognise and respond to potential risks to children's welfare. The school collaborates with external agencies to ensure a safe environment for all students, reinforcing its commitment to their well-being and development. For more information, visit their website at www.manorpark.dorset.sch.uk.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
2 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WESSEX MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
450
Pupils
422
Boys
217
Girls
205
FSM %
14.70
Open date
2022-12-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 422 217 205 450 14.70
2024-09-11 420 215 205 450 13.80
2023-09-11 450

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