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
Sample
Unlock| 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 |