Beechcroft St Paul's CofE Primary School
93%
Capacity
202
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Beechcroft St Paul's CofE Primary School
Beechcroft St Paul's CofE Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 202 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 218 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Beechcroft St Paul's CofE Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Hawker, it falls under Dorset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4540th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 68 in Dorset.
Beechcroft St Paul's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 17 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Beechcroft St Paul's CofE Primary School include Library, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Film Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.6%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Beechcroft St Paul's CofE Primary School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Corporation Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 0LQ |
| Headteacher | Caroline Hawker |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 202 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 47.6% |
| School Capacity | 202 / 218 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4540th of 13,686
Nationally
399th of 1,469
In South West
14th of 68
In Dorset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
47%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beechcroft St Paul's CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
Corporation Road, Weymouth
Dorset, DT4 0LQ
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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