Trinity Church of England First School
78%
Capacity
117
Pupils
3.2x
Demand
About Trinity Church of England First School
Trinity Church of England First School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 9. The school has 117 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Trinity Church of England First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Newbery, it falls under Dorset local authority.
Trinity Church of England First School is a popular choice with families — it received 92 applications for 29 places, making it 3.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 were first-preference applications.
Trinity Church of England First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (46 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Trinity Church of England First School include Art Studios, Forest School, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Library, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Tennis, Athletics, as well as clubs including Choir, Gardening, Coding, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Trinity Church of England First 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 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Coopers Lane, Verwood, Dorset, BH31 7PG |
| Headteacher | James Newbery |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 117 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.0% |
| School Capacity | 117 / 150 (78% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
46 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
92
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Coopers Lane, Verwood
Dorset, BH31 7PG
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