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Portesham Church of England Primary School

Dorset, DT3 4HPPrimaryAges 4–11MixedState
Ofsted Inspection
Ofsted inspected
4 Good
May 2025
KS2 Results
No data
Competition
1.0×
Not oversubscribed
1 1st-choice / 1 places
Ranking
Not ranked

About Portesham Church of England Primary School

Portesham Church of England Primary School is a small state primary in Dorset with just 57 pupils on roll, well below its capacity of 105. That means the school is operating at just over half its potential size, which gives it an intimate feel. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 26.3%, noticeably higher than the national average for primary schools, which typically sits around 23-24%. Despite the spare capacity, the school was oversubscribed for its 2025/26 reception intake, receiving four applications for a single available place, with one first-preference offer made. This suggests strong local demand, even though the school isn't full overall. The headteacher is Vicky Prior, and the school has a Church of England religious character, which may appeal to families looking for a faith-based setting. The pupil body is mixed gender, covering ages 4 to 11, and there is no nursery provision or sixth form.

Key Details

School TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterChurch of England
AddressWinters Close, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 4HP
HeadteacherVicky Prior
Local AuthorityDorset
Number of Pupils57
Free School Meals (FSM)26.3%
School Capacity57 / 105 (54% full)

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

7 May 2025
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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

From September 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade in inspections of state-funded schools.

Source: Ofsted, 22 May 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

7
Art StudiosICT SuiteGymnasiumSensory RoomForest SchoolLibraryChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

12

Sports

FootballCricketGymnasticsTennisAthleticsNetballSwimming

Clubs & Activities

Book ClubScience ClubArt ClubCodingGardening

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

SEND Support

DyslexiaSpeech & Language

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Portesham Church of England Primary School

Portesham Church of England Primary School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.