Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
56%
Capacity
39
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided 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 39 pupils on roll, operating at 56% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Nick Harris, it falls under Dorset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 75% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2637th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 9th out of 68 in Dorset.
Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 5 applications for 4 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 3 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Science Club, Gardening, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Powerstock Church of England Voluntary Aided 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 | School Hill, Powerstock, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 3TB |
| Headteacher | Nick Harris |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 39 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.1% |
| School Capacity | 39 / 70 (56% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Feb 2024Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (75%)
2637th of 13,686
Nationally
220th of 1,469
In South West
9th of 68
In Dorset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
75%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
75%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed4
5
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
3 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
School Hill, Powerstock, Bridport
Dorset, DT6 3TB
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