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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne
Wimborne · Dorset · BH21 1BX. primary · Academy converter · State-funded · Ages 5 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: 06/03/2023. Open Ofsted report
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What is St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne's Ofsted rating?
St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 06/03/2023). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.
Where is St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne?
St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne is in Wimborne (BH21 1BX), Dorset. URN 141821.
How do I compare St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne with nearby schools?
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Inspection excerpt
Verbatim from the published report (School inspection: Good School inspection · 24 January 2023). Open the full PDF for context.
St John’s is a school where ‘love, friendship and forgiveness’ are at the heart of daily life. Pupils know these values well. They are proud of the responsibility leaders give them to reward each other for showing these values. Pupils enjoy the many opportunities to play an active role in the local community. Pupil…
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St John's Church of England First School, Wimborne
URN: 141821
Local authority: Dorset
Town: Wimborne
Postcode: BH21 1BX
Ofsted overall: Good (06/03/2023)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/141821/
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