The New Forest Church of England Primary School
77%
Capacity
162
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About The New Forest Church of England Primary School
The New Forest Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Wiltshire community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 162 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The New Forest Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Caroline Whittaker, it falls under Wiltshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 77% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 2111th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 21st out of 159 in Wiltshire.
The New Forest Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 25 applications for 17 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 17 were first-preference applications.
The New Forest Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (60 responses).
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 The New Forest Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Rounders, Dance, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Drama, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Wiltshire, The New Forest 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | School Road, Salisbury, Wilts, Wiltshire, SP5 2BY |
| Headteacher | Caroline Whittaker |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Number of Pupils | 162 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.8% |
| School Capacity | 162 / 210 (77% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Dec 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (77%)
2111th of 13,686
Nationally
184th of 1,469
In South West
21st of 159
In Wiltshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
77%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
55%
'23/24
77%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
60 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
25
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
17 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The New Forest 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
School Road, Salisbury, Wilts
Wiltshire, SP5 2BY
Journey to School
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