William Barnes Primary School Catchment Area
William Barnes Primary School is a community primary school in Sturminster Newton, Dorset , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 166 pupils, and a capacity of 210 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.
4–11
Age range
166
Pupils
210
Capacity
79%
Fill rate
Good
Ofsted 2013
William Barnes Primary School Catchment Area Information
The catchment area for William Barnes Primary 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 →William Barnes Primary School — School Information
- Full address
- Bridge Street, Sturminster Newton, DT10 1BZ
- Local authority
- Dorset
- School type
- Community school
- Phase of education
- Primary
- Age range
- 4–11 years
- Free school meals
- 24.1% of pupils
- DfE URN
- 113676
Other Primary Schools in Sturminster Newton
If William Barnes Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Sturminster Newton are the next closest alternatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions — William Barnes Primary School
Is William Barnes Primary School oversubscribed? ▾
William Barnes Primary School has a capacity of 210 places and currently has 166 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Dorset.
What is the admissions policy for William Barnes Primary School? ▾
Admission to William Barnes Primary 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 William Barnes Primary School cover? ▾
William Barnes Primary School is a primary school in Sturminster Newton, Dorset, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.
What is the Ofsted rating for William Barnes Primary School? ▾
William Barnes Primary School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.