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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School

Shaftesbury · Dorset · SP7 0PF. primary · Academy sponsor led · State-funded · Ages 4 to 11. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.

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Published snapshot

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Ofsted overall
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KS2 RWM expected
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Attainment 8
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English & maths 9–4
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Ofsted publication date: 21/10/2024. Open Ofsted report

Common questions

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Where is St Andrew's Church of England Primary School?

St Andrew's Church of England Primary School is in Shaftesbury (SP7 0PF), Dorset. URN 144951.

How do I compare St Andrew's Church of England Primary School with nearby schools?

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Inspection excerpt

Verbatim from the published report (School inspection School inspection · 24 September 2024). Open the full PDF for context.

s in writing, including handwriting.  In some subjects, teachers do not routinely check what pupils know and remember with enough rigor. This means that pupils’ subsequent learning does not fully consider their prior knowledge. As a result, some pupils have gaps in their learning and do not build their knowledge well…

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Source pages for tables and establishment details.

Citation

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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School
URN: 144951
Local authority: Dorset
Town: Shaftesbury
Postcode: SP7 0PF
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/144951/
Positioning: School Compass parental compare — not a league table.

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