Cheselbourne Village School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Cheselbourne Dorchester Dorset DT2 7NT |
| Reference Number | 113663 |
Cheselbourne Village School continues to perform well, maintaining its good status from previous inspections. The school is characterized by its inclusive and nurturing environment, where pupils feel safe and valued. The leadership shows ambition and dedication, fostering a positive culture among both staff and students. Reading is prioritized, supported by engaging and effective teaching methods, particularly in early years education. However, there are some inconsistencies in the wider curriculum that need addressing to ensure all subjects are as well designed and sequenced as core areas like English and mathematics.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 51 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.02%
Girls: 50.98% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 17.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 16.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| 2 | 6 | 4 | 10 |
| 3 | 1 | 9 | 10 |
| 4 | 5 | 3 | 8 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 94.1% |
| Unclassified | 3.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 Mar 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 Mar 2023 | School inspection |
| 16 Mar 2017 | Short inspection |
| 25 Apr 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Jan 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Nov 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are at the center of an inclusive and caring school environment.
- High expectations from leaders and staff contribute to student success.
- Strong pastoral support and positive relationships between staff and pupils.
- Effective reading instruction with a consistent phonics approach.
- Pupils enjoy a range of clubs and outdoor education opportunities.
- Strong emphasis on personal development and community links.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects in the wider curriculum lack clear design and sequencing.
- Pupils have gaps in subject-specific knowledge in certain areas.
- Governors have less understanding of the quality of education in wider curriculum subjects.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 5 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 2 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Milborne St Andrew First School
Hopsfield, Milborne St Andrew, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0JE |
2.81 miles |
|
Piddle Valley Church of England First School
Piddletrenthide, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 7QL |
3.33 miles |
|
Puddletown Church of England First School
Dorchester Road, Puddletown, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8FZ |
3.69 miles |
|
St Mary's Church of England Middle School, Puddletown
Coombe Road, Puddletown, DORCHESTER, Dorset, DT2 8SA |
3.76 miles |
|
Dunbury Church of England Academy
DOLWAY LANE, BLANDFORD FORUM, WINTERBORNE WHITECHURCH, DORSET, DT11 0AW |
4.7 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Milton Abbey School
Milton Abbas, Blandford Forum, DT11 0BZ |
2.8 miles |
|
The Luccombe Hub
Unit 12, East Luccombe Farm, Milton Abbas, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0BD |
3.57 miles |