School Compass
Puddletown Church of England First School
Dorchester · Dorset · DT2 8FZ. primary · Academy converter · State-funded · Ages 4 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: 08/07/2025. Open Ofsted report
Common questions
Short factual answers from published data — use the compare tool and a visit for fit, not tables alone.
What is Puddletown Church of England First School's Ofsted rating?
Puddletown Church of England First School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 08/07/2025). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.
Where is Puddletown Church of England First School?
Puddletown Church of England First School is in Dorchester (DT2 8FZ), Dorset. URN 141806.
How do I compare Puddletown Church of England First School with nearby schools?
Open School Compass with Puddletown Church of England First School shortlisted, enter your home postcode, tick two to four neighbours, then compare side by side and print a visit pack. School Compass is parental compare — patterns to visit on, not a ranked verdict.
Inspection excerpt
Verbatim from the published report (School inspection School inspection · 03 June 2025). Open the full PDF for context.
The school is ambitious for pupils to thrive. It ensures that pupils are surrounded by care and high expectations. The school focuses on making every moment count. Staff make learning interesting, and pupils contribute eagerly during lessons. Pupils rise to meet these expectations and are well prepared for their next…
Official links
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Other schools in Dorchester
22 schools on the Dorchester town page — shortlist a few, then compare side by side.
Citation
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Puddletown Church of England First School
URN: 141806
Local authority: Dorset
Town: Dorchester
Postcode: DT2 8FZ
Ofsted overall: Good (08/07/2025)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/141806/
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