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Oakhurst Community First School

Ferndown · Dorset · BH22 0DY. primary · Academy converter · State-funded · Ages 5 to 9. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.

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Ofsted overall: Good
KS2 RWM expected: —
Attainment 8: —
English & maths 9–4: —

Ofsted publication date: 19/01/2022. Open Ofsted report

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Oakhurst Community First School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 19/01/2022). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

Where is Oakhurst Community First School?

Oakhurst Community First School is in Ferndown (BH22 0DY), Dorset. URN 142500.

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s over time in the Year 1 phonics screening check. Pupils use their phonics knowledge well to read new words and sounds. Most pupils are confident readers by the end of Year 4. All pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities and those who are disadvantaged, achieve well in the Year 4…

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Ethos & values

Building resilience in a caring environment is threaded through our curriculum so children feel loved, safe, valued and have the confidence to be able to tackle and face challenges in a positive way.

Source page · scanned 2026-08-26

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Oakhurst Community First School
URN: 142500
Local authority: Dorset
Town: Ferndown
Postcode: BH22 0DY
Ofsted overall: Good (19/01/2022)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/142500/
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