Burton Bradstock Church of England Voluntary Controlled School
94%
Capacity
99
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Burton Bradstock Church of England Voluntary Controlled School
Burton Bradstock Church of England Voluntary Controlled School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 99 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 105 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Burton Bradstock Church of England Voluntary Controlled School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Holly Varndell-Paulley, it falls under Dorset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 44% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11877th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 52nd out of 68 in Dorset.
Burton Bradstock Church of England Voluntary Controlled School is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 16 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
Burton Bradstock Church of England Voluntary Controlled School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (34 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Burton Bradstock Church of England Voluntary Controlled School include Dining Hall, Forest School, Library, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Coding, Drama, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Burton Bradstock Church of England Voluntary Controlled 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4QS |
| Headteacher | Holly Varndell-Paulley |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 99 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.1% |
| School Capacity | 99 / 105 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Dec 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (10 Dec 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (44%)
11877th of 13,686
Nationally
1196th of 1,469
In South West
52nd of 68
In Dorset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
44%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
44%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
34 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
30
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Burton Bradstock Church of England Voluntary Controlled School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Church Street, Bridport
Dorset, DT6 4QS
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