
William Barnes Primary School
William Barnes Primary School is a primary school for pupils aged 4 to 11 in Sturminster Newton, within the Dorset local authority. The school has around 166 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 22/02/2023, William Barnes Primary School was judged Good. Families comparing primary schools in Sturminster Newton can view William Barnes Primary School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Sturminster Newton (DT10 1BZ), William Barnes Primary School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.
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