Spetisbury CofE Primary School
88%
Capacity
184
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About Spetisbury CofE Primary School
Spetisbury CofE 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 184 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Spetisbury CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Andrew Brown, it falls under Dorset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 96% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 73rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 68 in Dorset.
Spetisbury CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 44 applications for 26 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Spetisbury CofE Primary School include Playing Fields, Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Dance, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Spetisbury CofE 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 | High Street, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 9DF |
| Headteacher | Andrew Brown |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 184 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.1% |
| School Capacity | 184 / 210 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Feb 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (96%)
73rd of 13,686
Nationally
10th of 1,469
In South West
1st of 68
In Dorset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
96%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
96%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
44
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Spetisbury CofE Primary School
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Contact Information
High Street, Blandford Forum
Dorset, DT11 9DF
Journey to School
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Opening Hours
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