St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne
94%
Capacity
141
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne
St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 5 to 9. The school has 141 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 150 places).
Ofsted has rated St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michelle Prince, it falls under Dorset local authority.
St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne is a popular choice with families — it received 54 applications for 26 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
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 John's Church of England First School, Wimborne include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Cricket, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Choir, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne 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 | 5 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | St John's Hill, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 1BX |
| Headteacher | Michelle Prince |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 141 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.1% |
| School Capacity | 141 / 150 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed26
54
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
How to Choose a Primary School
Step-by-step guide to choosing the right primary school
KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
St John's Hill, Wimborne
Dorset, BH21 1BX
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
Opening Hours
Parent Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience at St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne!
Write a Review