Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery
102%
Capacity
474
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery
Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 474 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 465 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher A Fordham, 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 4625th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 68 in Dorset.
Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 55 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 10 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty and 7 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery include Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Swimming, Athletics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Chess, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Cross Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9QX |
| Headteacher | A Fordham |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 474 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.8% |
| School Capacity | 474 / 465 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4625th of 13,686
Nationally
410th of 1,469
In South West
16th 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
68%
'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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed55
107
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 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.
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Contact Information
Cross Road, Weymouth
Dorset, DT4 9QX
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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