Witchampton Church of England First School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 5-9 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | Witchampton Wimborne Dorset BH21 5AP |
| Reference Number | 141854 |
Witchampton Church of England First School has received a 'Good' rating in its first inspection since becoming an academy. The school demonstrates a strong commitment to its values of love, courage, inspiration, and respect, fostering a caring and community-oriented environment. Pupils, including those in the early years, benefit from nurturing relationships with staff and established routines that encourage positive behavior and engagement in learning. While the school excels in reading and mathematics, with a well-planned curriculum and strong subject knowledge among teachers, there are areas for improvement, particularly in the consistent application of behavior expectations across all classes.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 51 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.94%
Girls: 47.06% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 20 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 18 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 22 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| 2 | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| 3 | 4 | 7 | 11 |
| 4 | 6 | 5 | 11 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 88.2% |
| White, Other | 7.8% |
| Irish | 2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 28 Mar 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Mar 2023 | School inspection: |
| 04 Mar 2015 | Academy conversion letter |
| 17 Jun 2009 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Witchampton Church of England Voluntary Aided First School | |
| 17 Jun 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Jun 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Jun 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Feb 2000 | Full inspection |
| 07 Feb 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong community ethos and caring environment.
- Pupils benefit from nurturing relationships with staff.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND.
- Leaders promote a culture of inclusivity and acceptance.
- Highly engaged pupils who take on leadership roles.
- Strong subject knowledge among teachers, especially in mathematics.
- Prioritization of reading with regular storytime.
- Effective communication and support for parents.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent application of behavior expectations by staff.
- Limited development of assessment practices in the wider curriculum.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2020. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 12 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 8 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 2 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | ||||||
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 9 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 12 | 0 |
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 9 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 8 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 2 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
St James Church of England First School
Gaunts Common, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 4JN |
2.25 miles |
|
Dumpton School
Deans Grove House, Wimborne, BH21 7AF |
3.63 miles |
|
Pamphill Church of England First School
Pamphill Green, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 4EE |
3.78 miles |
|
Wimborne First School and Nursery
Campanula Way, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 4FW |
4.02 miles |
|
St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill
Colehill Lane, Colehill, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 7AB |
4.03 miles |
|
Allenbourn Middle School
East Borough, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1PL |
4.07 miles |
|
Wimborne St Giles Church of England First School and Nursery
Wimborne St Giles, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 5LX |
4.32 miles |
|
St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne
St John's Hill, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1BX |
4.37 miles |
|
Downlands Community School
Blandford Camp, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 8BG |
4.39 miles |
|
Colehill First School
Pilford Heath Road, Colehill, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 2LZ |
4.42 miles |
|
Hayeswood First School
Cutlers Place, Colehill, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 2HN |
4.65 miles |
|
Sturminster Marshall First School
78 High Street, Sturminster Marshall, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 4AY |
4.91 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Queen Elizabeth's School
Blandford Road, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 4DT |
3.65 miles |
|
Beaucroft Foundation School
Wimborne Road, Colehill, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 2SS |
4.07 miles |