Broadmayne First School

Type Primary / Community school
Age Range 4-9
Religion Does not apply
Address Knighton Lane
Broadmayne
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 8PH
Reference Number 113661

Broadmayne First School is performing well overall, achieving a grade of 'Good' across all inspection areas. The school fosters an inclusive environment where pupils feel safe, respected, and are encouraged to thrive academically and socially. High expectations for behavior contribute to a positive learning atmosphere, and pupils actively participate in various extracurricular opportunities, which enhances their personal development. The school’s commitment to integrating values such as kindness and respect plays a significant role in building a strong community spirit among pupils, parents, and staff. Despite many strengths, the school faces challenges in curriculum design in some subjects, which affects pupils' ability to link new knowledge with prior learning. Additionally, leaders acknowledge the need for improved communication with parents regarding strategies to support their children's learning at home, especially in early years education. Overall, the inspection reveals a supportive environment with effective leadership, though certain areas require refinement to enhance educational continuity and parental involvement.

General Makeup

Number of pupils 148
Boy/Girl ratio Boys: 56.08%
Girls: 43.92%
Percentage of students eligible for free school meals 8.8%
Percentage of students where English is not their first language 3.4%

Class Sizes

Average size of one teacher classes 30
Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher 30
Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher 30

Year Groups

Year Boys Girls Total
1 23 7 30
2 12 17 29
3 12 18 30
4 17 13 30

Ethnicities

Ethnicity Percentage
White, British 91.2%
White, Other 2%
Mixed, Other 2%
Indian 1.4%
White & Black (Caribbean) 0.7%
White & Asian 0.7%
Unclassified 0.7%
African 0.7%

Overall Ofsted Rating Good
 >  Quality of education Good
  >  Behaviour & Attitude Good
  >  Personal Development Good
  >  Leadership & Management Good
  >  Early Years Provision Good
Last Report Date 22 Mar 2023
Date Report
22 Mar 2023 School inspection:
02 Feb 2017 Short inspection
30 Apr 2012 Full inspection:
05 Nov 2008 Full inspection:
05 Dec 2005 Full inspection:
27 Mar 2000 Full inspection

Strengths

  • Inclusive environment that fosters respect and safety for all students.
  • Well-mannered and caring pupils who embody school values.
  • Strong emphasis on reading and early literacy development.
  • Effective support for pupils with special educational needs.
  • High expectations for student behavior and cooperation.
  • Rich opportunities for personal development in sports and arts.
  • Strong leadership and supportive governance.
  • Effective safeguarding measures in place.

Areas for Improvement

  • Curriculum design in some subjects does not facilitate long-term retention of learning.
  • Insufficient communication to parents about children's next learning steps in early years.

2025 Admissions

Number of Applications Number of Offers
First Preference
Second Preference 18 2
Third Preference 2 0
From another Local Authority 0 0

Previous Years

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Name Distance
Frome Valley CofE First School
School Drive, Crossways, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8WR
2.32 miles
Manor Park Church of England First School
Mellstock Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2BH
2.59 miles
St Osmund's Church of England Middle School
Barnes Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DZ
2.72 miles
St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester
Lucetta Lane, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2DD
2.77 miles
Sunninghill Preparatory School
South Court, Dorchester, DT1 1EB
3.04 miles
Dorchester Middle School
Queen's Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2HS
3.46 miles
The Prince of Wales School
Maiden Castle Road, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2HH
3.59 miles
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
Littlemoor Road, Preston, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6AA
3.66 miles
Bincombe Valley Primary School
Culliford Way, Littlemoor, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6AW
4.05 miles
Damers First School
Liscombe Street, Poundbury, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3DF
4.23 miles
St Mary's Church of England Middle School, Puddletown
Coombe Road, Puddletown, DORCHESTER, Dorset, DT2 8SA
4.44 miles
Puddletown Church of England First School
Dorchester Road, Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8FZ
4.6 miles
St Nicholas and St Laurence Church of England Primary School
Broadwey, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5DQ
4.77 miles
St Mary's Church of England First School, Charminster
West Hill, Charminster, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9RD
4.8 miles
Name Distance
Dorset Studio School
Kingston Maurward, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8PX
2.61 miles
The Thomas Hardye School
Queen's Avenue, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2ET
3.67 miles
Westfield Arts College
Littlemoor Road, Preston, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6AA
3.68 miles
Wey Valley Academy
436 Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5AN
4.86 miles
Wyvern Academy
Dorchester Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 5AL
4.99 miles
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