Durweston Church of England Primary School
Academy converterPrimaryAges 3–11MixedChurch of England
Durweston, Blandford Forum, DT11 0QA
Acting Headteacher · Mrs Jennifer McMullen
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Key facts
Pupils144Capacity 140
OfstedReport cardInspected 10 February 2026
TrustDiocese of Salisbury Academy Trust
Free school meals9.1%
Ofsted
Report card from the inspection on 10 February 2026.
- InclusionStrong standard
- Curriculum and teachingStrong standard
- AchievementStrong standard
- Attendance and behaviourStrong standard
- Personal development and wellbeingStrong standard
- Early yearsStrong standard
- Leadership and governanceStrong standard
- SafeguardingMet
Ofsted management information, latest inspections as at 31 August 2026.
Reception applications close 15 January 2027
For September 2027. Apply through Dorset council, not the school. National offer day is 16 April 2027.
How to apply in DorsetNearby schools for the same ages
- Milldown CofE Academy1.7 mi
- The Forum Centre2.0 mi
- Shillingstone Church of England Primary School2.1 mi
- Archbishop Wake Church of England Primary School2.5 mi
- Blandford St Mary Church of England Primary School2.5 mi