Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School
82%
Capacity
122
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School
Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 122 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 148 places).
Ofsted has rated Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Clifton, it falls under Dorset local authority.
Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 34 applications for 17 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Milton-on-Stour Church of England Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Film Club, Drama and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 9.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Milton-on-Stour Church of England 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Milton-on-Stour, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5QD |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Clifton |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 122 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 9.8% |
| School Capacity | 122 / 148 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2023. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
34
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Milton-on-Stour, Gillingham
Dorset, SP8 5QD
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