Broadmayne First School
99%
Capacity
148
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Broadmayne First School
Broadmayne First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 9. The school has 148 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 150 places).
Ofsted has rated Broadmayne First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kirsty Jordan-Gill, it falls under Dorset local authority.
Broadmayne First School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 20 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 18 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Broadmayne First School include Library, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Football, Rounders, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Film Club, Book Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Broadmayne First 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Knighton Lane, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8PH |
| Headteacher | Kirsty Jordan-Gill |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 148 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.8% |
| School Capacity | 148 / 150 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 16 May 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
18 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.
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Contact Information
Knighton Lane, Dorchester
Dorset, DT2 8PH
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