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Swanage Primary School

Swanage Primary School, Mount Scar, Mount Scar, Swanage, BH19 2EY

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Pupils

202

Ages

2-11

FSM

18.3%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2019

Exam Results

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KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

63.0%

Writing

60.0%

Maths

57.0%

RWM Combined

47.0%

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About Swanage Primary School

Swanage Primary School is a primary school in Swanage, Dorset. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 202 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Swanage Primary School, Mount Scar, Swanage, BH19 2EY | More schools in Dorset

Ofsted inspection history

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

Nov 2019 — Good
Nov 2019 — Good (predecessor: Swanage Primary School)
Jul 2007 — Outstanding (predecessor: Swanage Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Swanage Primary School

What is Swanage Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Swanage Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.

What are Swanage Primary School's latest exam results?

Swanage Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 47% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Swanage Primary School located?

Swanage Primary School is a primary school in Swanage, Dorset (BH19 2EY).

How many pupils attend Swanage Primary School?

Swanage Primary School has around 202 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Swanage Primary School with other schools?

View Swanage Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Dorset.