Stalbridge Church of England Primary School
90%
Capacity
190
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Stalbridge Church of England Primary School
Stalbridge Church of England 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 190 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Stalbridge Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Simon Elledge, it falls under Dorset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4916th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 68 in Dorset.
Stalbridge Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 40 applications for 28 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 26 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 Stalbridge Church of England Primary School include Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Cross Country, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Eco Club, Choir, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Stalbridge 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Duck Lane, Stalbridge, Dorset, DT10 2LP |
| Headteacher | Simon Elledge |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 190 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.7% |
| School Capacity | 190 / 210 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 19 Oct 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4916th of 13,686
Nationally
440th of 1,469
In South West
19th of 68
In Dorset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
68%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
68%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
40
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
26 families put this school as their 1st choice (65% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stalbridge Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Duck Lane, Stalbridge
Dorset, DT10 2LP
Journey to School
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