Hazelbury Bryan Primary School
104%
Capacity
124
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Hazelbury Bryan Primary School
Hazelbury Bryan Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 124 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 119 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hazelbury Bryan Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kelly Waring, it falls under Dorset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4632nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 68 in Dorset.
Hazelbury Bryan Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 10 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 10 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hazelbury Bryan Primary School include Music Rooms, Forest School, Library, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Swimming, Rounders, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Hazelbury Bryan 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Droop, Hazelbury Bryan Primary School, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 2ED |
| Headteacher | Kelly Waring |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 124 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.6% |
| School Capacity | 124 / 119 (104% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4632nd of 13,686
Nationally
411th of 1,469
In South West
17th of 68
In Dorset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
56%
'23/24
69%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed10
25
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
10 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Droop, Hazelbury Bryan Primary School, Sturminster Newton
Dorset, DT10 2ED
Droop, Hazelbury Bryan Primary School, Sturminster Newton
Dorset, DT10 2ED
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