Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
89%
Capacity
93
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 93 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 105 places).
Ofsted has rated Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Antoinette Barnes, it falls under Dorset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10665th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 68 in Dorset.
Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 9 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 9 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Rounders, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Chess, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | Drimpton Road, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3QL |
| Headteacher | Antoinette Barnes |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 93 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.1% |
| School Capacity | 93 / 105 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10665th of 13,686
Nationally
1044th of 1,469
In South West
42nd of 68
In Dorset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
50%
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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
9 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Broadwindsor Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
Drimpton Road, Beaminster
Dorset, DT8 3QL
Journey to School
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