Hillside Community First School
86%
Capacity
206
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Hillside Community First School
Hillside Community 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 206 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 240 places).
Ofsted has rated Hillside Community First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher David Graves, it falls under Dorset local authority.
Hillside Community First School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 59 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 58 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hillside Community First School include Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Swimming, Football and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Hillside Community 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 | Hillside Road, Verwood, Dorset, BH31 7HE |
| Headteacher | David Graves |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 206 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.5% |
| School Capacity | 206 / 240 (86% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (11 May 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Feb 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
58 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hillside Road, Verwood
Dorset, BH31 7HE
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