Milldown CofE Academy
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Milldown CofE Academy
Milldown CofE Academy is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Milldown CofE Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Law, 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 4746th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 68 in Dorset.
Milldown CofE Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 65 applications for 28 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Milldown CofE Academy include Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Swimming, Dance, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Film Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.2%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Milldown CofE Academy 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Milldown Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7SN |
| Headteacher | James Law |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.2% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4746th of 13,686
Nationally
422nd of 1,469
In South West
18th 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
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
65
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Milldown CofE Academy
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Contact Information
Milldown Road, Blandford Forum
Dorset, DT11 7SN
Journey to School
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