Frome Valley CofE First School
87%
Capacity
154
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Frome Valley CofE First School
Frome Valley CofE First School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 9. The school has 154 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 177 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Frome Valley CofE First School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Clare Moore, it falls under Dorset local authority.
Frome Valley CofE First School is a popular choice with families — it received 37 applications for 29 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 29 were first-preference applications.
Frome Valley CofE First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 77% recommending the school (22 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Frome Valley CofE First School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Netball, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Eco Club, Choir and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Frome Valley CofE 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 | 2 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Drive, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8WR |
| Headteacher | Clare Moore |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 154 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.2% |
| School Capacity | 154 / 177 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Feb 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
22 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
37
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
29 families put this school as their 1st choice (78% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Drive, Dorchester
Dorset, DT2 8WR
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