Oakhurst Community First School
84%
Capacity
175
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Oakhurst Community First School
Oakhurst Community First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 5 to 9. The school has 175 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 209 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oakhurst Community First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ann Clark, it falls under Dorset local authority.
Oakhurst Community First School is a popular choice with families — it received 57 applications for 28 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakhurst Community First School include Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Forest School, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cricket, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Coding, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Oakhurst 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 | 5 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Shaftesbury Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0DY |
| Headteacher | Ann Clark |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.6% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 209 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
23 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Jan 2022. 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
2025/26Oversubscribed28
57
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shaftesbury Road, Ferndown
Dorset, BH22 0DY
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