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Dorchester · Dorset · DT2 8WR. primary · Academy converter · State-funded · Ages 2 to 9. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.
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Ofsted publication date: 11/02/2025. Open Ofsted report
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Frome Valley CofE First School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 11/02/2025). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.
Frome Valley CofE First School is in Dorchester (DT2 8WR), Dorset. URN 141777.
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Verbatim from the published report (School inspection School inspection · 14 January 2025). Open the full PDF for context.
Pupils enjoy attending this school. Adults care for them well. This helps pupils to be happy and secure. Nevertheless, the quality of education they receive requires improvement. Pupils sometimes complete work that does not help them to learn well. Some pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)…
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This means settings must consider in advance what they need to do to make sure all disabled children and young people can access and participate in the education and other benefits, facilities, and services they provide for those within their settings.
Source page · scanned 2026-08-25
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22 schools on the Dorchester town page — shortlist a few, then compare side by side.
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Frome Valley CofE First School
URN: 141777
Local authority: Dorset
Town: Dorchester
Postcode: DT2 8WR
Ofsted overall: Good (11/02/2025)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/141777/
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