St James Church of England First School, Wimborne

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St James Church of England First School

Gaunts Common, Wimborne, BH21 4JN

A Good-rated primary school in Wimborne.

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Church of England

Pupils

138

Ages

2-9

FSM

6.3%

Capacity

125

Ofsted

Good

Feb 2025

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About St James Church of England First School

St James Church of England First School is a primary school in Wimborne, Dorset. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 80 responses), 94% of parents would recommend this school. The school has around 138 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Gaunts Common, Wimborne, BH21 4JN | More schools in Dorset

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for St James Church of England First School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Feb 2025 — Good
Jan 2014 — Outstanding (predecessor: St James' Church of England Voluntary Controlled First School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about St James Church of England First School

What is St James Church of England First School's Ofsted rating?

St James Church of England First School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about St James Church of England First School?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 80 responses): 94% of parents would recommend St James Church of England First School.

Where is St James Church of England First School located?

St James Church of England First School is a primary school in Wimborne, Dorset (BH21 4JN).

How many pupils attend St James Church of England First School?

St James Church of England First School has around 138 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

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