Damers First School
80%
Capacity
477
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Damers First School
Damers 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 477 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 600 places).
Ofsted has rated Damers First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Louise Greenham, it falls under Dorset local authority.
Damers First School is a popular choice with families — it received 148 applications for 81 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
Damers First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (93 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Damers First School include ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Tennis, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Science Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Damers 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 | Liscombe Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 3DF |
| Headteacher | Louise Greenham |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 477 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.9% |
| School Capacity | 477 / 600 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Nov 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
93 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: 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
2025/26Oversubscribed81
148
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Liscombe Street, Dorchester
Dorset, DT1 3DF
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