Pamphill Church of England First School
93%
Capacity
70
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Pamphill Church of England First School
Pamphill Church of England First School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 5 to 9. The school has 70 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 75 places).
Ofsted has rated Pamphill Church of England First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Fairman, it falls under Dorset local authority.
Pamphill Church of England First School is a popular choice with families — it received 28 applications for 9 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Pamphill Church of England First School include Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Football, Gymnastics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Film Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Pamphill Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Pamphill Green, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 4EE |
| Headteacher | Sarah Fairman |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 70 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.0% |
| School Capacity | 70 / 75 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Oct 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed9
28
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pamphill Green, Wimborne
Dorset, BH21 4EE
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