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What is Wimborne First School and Nursery's Ofsted rating?

Wimborne First School and Nursery was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2024).

Where is Wimborne First School and Nursery located?

Wimborne First School and Nursery is located in Wimborne, Dorset, South West, BH21 4FW.

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Wimborne First School and Nursery serves students aged 2 to 9.

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About Wimborne First School and Nursery

Wimborne First School and Nursery is a primary academy in Wimborne, South West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

The school has 204 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 26.1%, 11% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 4.2%.

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OfstedGood · 2024Attendance95.8%

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What kind of school is Wimborne First School and Nursery?

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Ages: 2–9
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Size: 204 pupils
SEN support: 4% of pupils

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Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

Attendance at Wimborne First School and Nursery

Wimborne First School and Nursery has an overall absence rate of 4.2%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Wimborne First School and Nursery

The teacher turnover rate at Wimborne First School and Nursery is 26.1%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Wimborne First School and Nursery

Wimborne First School and Nursery has 204 pupils on roll.

11% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

4% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Wimborne First School and Nursery Ofsted Rating: Good

Wimborne First School and Nursery was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in July 2024 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Wimborne First School and Nursery is next inspection expected around 2028.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Wimborne First School and Nursery's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

Ofsted data is shown for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.

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