Cheselbourne Village School

Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard

Not published

Raw: No data published

KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

Not published

Raw: No data published

Ofsted inspection outcome

75.0

/ 100 normalized

Weight: Not used

Raw: Good

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Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

Progress 8 score 40.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

Progress 8 score 25.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score 20.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
Continue in education or training 20.0%
Sustained employment 20.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training 40.0%
Sustained employment 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good

Overall effectiveness: Good
Last inspected: 25 April 2013
Previous grade: Outstanding
Quality of education: 9
Behaviour & attitudes: 9
Personal development: 9
Leadership & management: Good
Safeguarding: 9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS

Address: Cheselbourne

Dorchester, DT27NT
Phone: 1258837306
Website: cheselbourne.dorset.sch.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 113663
Type: Community school
Phase: Primary
Address: Cheselbourne, DORCHESTER, DT2 7NT
Website: http://www.cheselbourne.dorset.sch.uk/
Age range: 3-9
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Does not apply
School status: Open
Capacity: 60 pupils
Setting: Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Sixth Form: No
Nursery: Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 52
Free School Meals: 26.7% (14 pupils)
Special Educational Needs: 5.8% (3 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate: 96.7%; Excellent
Persistent Absence: 2.6%; Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:: 2.6 (14.9 below average)
Low Absence Rate:: 3.3 (3.3 below average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 4 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 7; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 52 pupils; 3-9

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Inspiring a Lifetime Love of Learning"

Equality Respect Challenge Nurture

Head Teacher's Message

A warm welcome from Headteacher Mr C. Perry, highlighting Cheselbourne Village School as a small, equality-focused, caring community where learning is engaging and staff are dedicated to helping pupils succeed in a safe, nurturing environment.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast Club After School Club DASP Music & Instrument Lessons Cheselbourne School Friends (CSF)

Sports

Football Tag Rugby

Facilities

New EYFS building opened September 2024 Forest School / Outdoor learning area School garden Cheselbourne Village Hall across the road used as school hall Large adjoining field (sports field)

Curriculum Highlights

2-year topic cycle to ensure a broad and balanced curriculum Weekly Forest School sessions for all children from Preschool to Year 4 Outdoor learning and school garden integration National Curriculum delivery with emphasis on British Values DASP Music & Instrument Lessons available at school Knowledge Webs and Home Learning resources to support curriculum progression School Houses and Green Team as part of the curriculum culture Pupil Voice involvement in school improvement

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

CVS Breakfast and After School Clubs are offered daily. Breakfast Club runs 7:45–8:45am (with breakfast included) and Early Bird Drop-off is available from 8:30–8:45am. After School Club runs 3:15–4:45pm with a drink and snack. You can book one-off or regular weekly sessions. A late pickup charge (£2 for each 15-minute window) applies. There is also mention of wraparound care options via CVS Breakfast and AS Club.

SEND Provision

The school follows the SEND Code of Practice. The SENDCO is Mrs Emma Collett, who can be contacted at [email protected]. The information page references typical SEND-related provisions such as ILPs/Provision Maps and collaboration with Dorset SENDIASS, with safeguarding and wellbeing resources outlined across the site.

Admissions Criteria

Cheselbourne catchment area includes Cheselbourne, Hilton, Melcombe Bingham and Ansty and surrounding villages; parents can opt to bring their child to the school regardless of where they live if a place is available. Children in the catchment area who live more than three miles away are offered free school transport.