Sherborne Primary School
97%
Capacity
319
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Sherborne Primary School
Sherborne Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 319 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 330 places).
Ofsted has rated Sherborne Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Felicity Griffiths, it falls under Dorset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11419th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 68 in Dorset.
Sherborne Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 70 applications for 42 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sherborne Primary School include Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Football, Dance, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Gardening, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.0%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Sherborne 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Harbour Way, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 4AJ |
| Headteacher | Felicity Griffiths |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 319 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.0% |
| School Capacity | 319 / 330 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11419th of 13,686
Nationally
1141st of 1,469
In South West
47th of 68
In Dorset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
47%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
70
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (56% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Harbour Way, Sherborne
Dorset, DT9 4AJ
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