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William Barnes Primary School

Bridge Street, Sturminster Newton, DT10 1BZ

A Good-rated primary school in Sturminster Newton where 55% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

Community school
Pupils
166
Ages
4-11
FSM
24.1%
Capacity
210
Ofsted
Good
Jul 2013

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
71.0%
Writing
77.0%
Maths
68.0%
RWM Combined
55.0%

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About William Barnes Primary School

William Barnes Primary School is a primary school in Sturminster Newton, Dorset. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2013 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 166 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Bridge Street, Sturminster Newton, DT10 1BZ | More schools in Dorset

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for William Barnes Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Feb 2023 — School remains Good
  2. Jul 2013 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about William Barnes Primary School

What is William Barnes Primary School's Ofsted rating?
William Barnes Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.
What are William Barnes Primary School's latest exam results?
William Barnes Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 55% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is William Barnes Primary School located?
William Barnes Primary School is a primary school in Sturminster Newton, Dorset (DT10 1BZ).
How many pupils attend William Barnes Primary School?
William Barnes Primary School has around 166 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare William Barnes Primary School with other schools?
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