Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School
98%
Capacity
206
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School
Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 206 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rosaleen Beaver, 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 4551st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 68 in Dorset.
Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 71 applications for 30 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (70 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Coding, Art Club, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Blandford St Mary Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Birch Avenue, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 9QD |
| Headteacher | Rosaleen Beaver |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.6% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 210 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4551st of 13,686
Nationally
400th of 1,469
In South West
15th 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
19%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'23/24
69%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
70 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed30
71
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Birch Avenue, Blandford Forum
Dorset, DT11 9QD
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