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Piddle Valley Church of England First School
Dorchester · Dorset · DT2 7QL. primary · Academy converter · State-funded · Ages 2 to 9. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.
Published snapshot
Figures come from the same Dorset index as the compare tool. Gaps are common — treat blanks as prompts to dig deeper, not as a verdict.
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- KS2 RWM expected
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- Attainment 8
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- English & maths 9–4
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Ofsted publication date: 15/01/2024. Open Ofsted report
Common questions
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What is Piddle Valley Church of England First School's Ofsted rating?
Piddle Valley Church of England First School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 15/01/2024). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.
Where is Piddle Valley Church of England First School?
Piddle Valley Church of England First School is in Dorchester (DT2 7QL), Dorset. URN 141804.
How do I compare Piddle Valley Church of England First School with nearby schools?
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Inspection excerpt
Verbatim from the published report (School inspection: Good School inspection · 22 November 2023). Open the full PDF for context.
Children thrive from the moment they arrive in Nursery. Pupils go on to achieve well. Staff know pupils individually. They link learning to pupils’ interests and build on what they already know, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). As a result, pupils love learning at this friendly…
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Other schools in Dorchester
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Piddle Valley Church of England First School
URN: 141804
Local authority: Dorset
Town: Dorchester
Postcode: DT2 7QL
Ofsted overall: Good (15/01/2024)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/141804/
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