Swanage Primary School

About Swanage Primary School

We are a school that is dedicated to developing the knowledge, skills and values for pupils to enable them to live fulfilling lives as global, national citizens of the future.

Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr. Adam Burt

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

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

9.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 4

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David W Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2023

5.0

"A School that Really Cares"

We're really happy with Swanage Primary School. The school's values of being enquiring, responsible and respectful really resonate with us, and we feel our child is being taught important life skills. The headteacher, Mr. Burt, is always available to chat and the teachers are all very supportive.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah B Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 1, 2022

4.0

"Friendly and Inclusive Environment"

Swanage Primary has a really friendly and inclusive atmosphere, which has made it easy for our child to settle in. The curriculum is engaging and challenging, and the teachers are always looking for ways to make learning fun. The only thing that's stopping me from giving 5 stars is that they could do with some more extracurricular activities.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Amazing School with Wonderful Staff"

My daughter has been at Swanage Primary for a year now and we've had a fantastic experience. The staff are friendly, approachable and really care about the children. They're always willing to help with any questions or concerns I may have. The facilities are excellent too, with a lovely playground and a great library.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca S Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2021

3.0

"Mixed Experience"

We were initially really happy with Swanage Primary, but towards the end of our time there, we felt that the school was becoming a bit too focused on academic achievement and not enough on other areas of a child's development. That being said, the teachers are all very nice and the facilities are great, so it's definitely not all bad.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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