Primary
Ofsted Good
About Durweston Church of England Primary School
Durweston CE Primary School is a small village school that gets to know all of its children as individuals and strives to bring out the best in each of them. It has high expectations of work and behaviour but also makes sure its children have fun. The school's vision is to 'Feed the mind, nurture the spirit and free the imagination.'
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Jenny McMullen
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
5.0
Teaching Quality
4.5
Communication
4.5
Student Wellbeing
5.0
Facilities
5.0
School Workforce
Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025
Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
22.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
6.4
Teachers (FTE)
Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.
Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)
Exam performance data • 2023-2024
78.0%
Reading, Writing & Maths
Meeting expected standard
Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables
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Durweston Church of England Primary School has 3 reviews. Your honest review helps families make better school decisions.
Reviews 3
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Emily W
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2023
5.0
"Our Happy Experience at Durweston CE Primary"
We have thoroughly enjoyed our time at Durweston CE Primary School. Our child is thriving in a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes the values of courage, compassion, and joy. The staff are dedicated and enthusiastic, making learning fun for our child.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
S
Sarah T
Unconfirmed
Parent
Feb 14, 2023
4.0
"Some Positives and a Few Areas for Improvement"
We have mixed feelings about Durweston CE Primary School. On the one hand, our child is happy and making friends, and the teachers are supportive. However, we feel that the school could do more to engage with parents and communicate effectively about classroom activities.
Safety & Wellbeing
3/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
D
David K
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jul 21, 2022
5.0
"Excellent School with a Lovely Community"
We were so impressed with Durweston CE Primary School during our time there. The school's vision of 'Feed the mind, nurture the spirit, and free the imagination' is truly inspiring. The staff and governors work tirelessly to ensure every child reaches their full potential.
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
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