Sturminster Marshall First School Catchment Area
Sturminster Marshall First School is a community primary school in Wimborne, Dorset , serving pupils aged 4–9, with 68 pupils, and a capacity of 148 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.
4–9
Age range
68
Pupils
148
Capacity
46%
Fill rate
Requires improvement
Ofsted 2023
Sturminster Marshall First School Catchment Area Information
The catchment area for Sturminster Marshall First School is set by Dorset and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.
The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Dorset before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.
Find Dorset catchment area documents →Sturminster Marshall First School — School Information
- Full address
- 78 High Street, Sturminster Marshall, Wimborne, BH21 4AY
- Local authority
- Dorset
- School type
- Community school
- Phase of education
- Primary
- Age range
- 4–9 years
- Free school meals
- 16.2% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 113675
Other Primary Schools in Wimborne
If Sturminster Marshall First School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Wimborne are the next closest alternatives.
Rushcombe First School Catchment Area
Community school · BH21 3PX
Colehill First School Catchment Area
Academy converter · BH21 2LZ
Hayeswood First School Catchment Area
Academy converter · BH21 2HN
Merley First School Catchment Area
Academy converter · BH21 1SD
St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne Catchment Area
Academy converter · BH21 1BX
Witchampton Church of England First School Catchment Area
Academy converter · BH21 5AP
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Frequently Asked Questions — Sturminster Marshall First School
Is Sturminster Marshall First School oversubscribed? ▾
Sturminster Marshall First School has a capacity of 148 places and currently has 68 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Dorset.
What is the admissions policy for Sturminster Marshall First School? ▾
Admission to Sturminster Marshall First School is managed by Dorset. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.
What age range does Sturminster Marshall First School cover? ▾
Sturminster Marshall First School is a primary school in Wimborne, Dorset, serving pupils aged 4–9. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for Sturminster Marshall First School? ▾
Sturminster Marshall First School was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.