Rushcombe First School
102%
Capacity
314
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Rushcombe First School
Rushcombe First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 9. The school has 314 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 308 places).
the school is led by headteacher Caroline Mahon, it falls under Dorset local authority.
Rushcombe First School is a popular choice with families — it received 143 applications for 60 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 81 were first-preference applications.
Rushcombe First School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (1.5/5 from 29 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Rushcombe First School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Football, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Science Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Rushcombe 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 | 4 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hanham Road, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 3PX |
| Headteacher | Caroline Mahon |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 314 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.7% |
| School Capacity | 314 / 308 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Nov 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
143
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
81 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hanham Road, Wimborne
Dorset, BH21 3PX
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