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William Barnes Primary School

Goodgraded 22/02/2023Ages 4–11166 pupilsDoes not apply
Sturminster Newton, DT10 1BZ
Dorset

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.

Attendance & staffing
Attendance94.5%England avg 94.5%
Persistent absence14.1%England avg 14.3%
Pupils per teacher19.6England avg 20.9
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 98%

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals25.3%England avg 24.0%
English not first language26.5%England avg 18.8%

DfE school census, 2025/26

Primary results — Key Stage 2
Expected standard (RWM)-25%England avg -22%
Higher standard (RWM)-10%England avg -7%

DfE, 2023/24 · progress centres on 0, shown with its 95% confidence interval

All schools in Sturminster NewtonSee the full area report for DT10 1BZ