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Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School

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Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School

Buckland Newton, Dorchester, DT2 7BY

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Church of England
Pupils
109
Ages
2-11
FSM
12.8%
Capacity
105
Ofsted
Good
Nov 2021

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
88.0%
Writing
71.0%
Maths
100.0%
RWM Combined
71.0%

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About Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School

Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Dorchester, Dorset. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 71% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 109 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Buckland Newton, Dorchester, DT2 7BY | More schools in Dorset

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2021 — School remains Good
  2. Jun 2012 — Good (predecessor: Buckland Newton Church of England School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School

What is Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School's Ofsted rating?
Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.
What are Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School's latest exam results?
Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 71% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School located?
Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Dorchester, Dorset (DT2 7BY).
How many pupils attend Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School?
Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School has around 109 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School with other schools?
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