St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
64%
Capacity
237
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 237 pupils on roll, operating at 64% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Andrew's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon France, 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 11327th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 45th out of 68 in Dorset.
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 41 applications for 16 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 15 were first-preference applications.
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 91% recommending the school (32 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St Andrew's Church of England Primary School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Forest School, ICT Suite, Library, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Rounders, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, St Andrew's Church of England 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Littlemoor Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT3 6AA |
| Headteacher | Simon France |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.3% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 370 (64% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 May 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 May 2025): Some aspects not as strong
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Feb 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11327th of 13,686
Nationally
1134th of 1,469
In South West
45th 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
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
16%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
32 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed16
41
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
15 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Littlemoor Road, Weymouth
Dorset, DT3 6AA
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