Hampreston Church of England Voluntary Aided First School

URN: 150992 • Wimborne BH21 7LX

Overview

Name
Hampreston Church of England Voluntary Aided First School
URN
150992
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HAMWIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
39.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Julie-Ann Palfrey (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01202573074
Website
Visit
Address
Hampreston Village, Wimborne BH21 7LX

Summary

Hampreston Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, located in Wimborne, Dorset, serves 135 pupils aged 4 to 9 years. As an academy converter, the school is committed to providing a nurturing environment where children are encouraged to develop as confident individuals. Guided by Christian values of ambition, respect, and love, the school aims to foster a sense of belonging and responsibility within the community.

The curriculum at Hampreston is designed to inspire a love of learning, preparing children for future success. The school emphasizes collaboration and critical thinking, encouraging pupils to engage with deeper questions through initiatives like the 'Sticky Question' programme. Additionally, the school offers wraparound care until 6:00 PM, ensuring that families have access to support throughout the day.

Hampreston CE VA First School maintains strong ties with the local church and the wider community, reflecting its commitment to traditional values while integrating modern educational practices. Parents are encouraged to visit the school and participate in their children's learning journey, reinforcing the school's ethos of partnership and community involvement.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
5 - 9
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
HAMWIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
150
Pupils
135
Boys
64
Girls
71
FSM %
11.10
Open date
2024-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 135 64 71 150 11.10

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