Trent Young's CofE Primary School
104%
Capacity
145
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Trent Young's CofE Primary School
Trent Young's 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 145 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 140 places).
Ofsted has rated Trent Young's CofE Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rosamund Baker, it falls under Dorset local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1285th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 68 in Dorset.
Trent Young's CofE Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 48 applications for 20 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
Trent Young's CofE Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (59 responses).
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 Trent Young's CofE Primary School include Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Rounders, Dance, as well as clubs including Science Club, Book Club, Coding, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 6.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Trent Young's 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 | Trent, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 4SW |
| Headteacher | Rosamund Baker |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 145 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 6.2% |
| School Capacity | 145 / 140 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (26 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jun 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1285th of 13,686
Nationally
105th of 1,469
In South West
4th of 68
In Dorset
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
14%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
59 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed20
48
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Trent, Sherborne
Dorset, DT9 4SW
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