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Ferndown First School

Ferndown · Dorset · BH22 9FB. primary · Academy converter · State-funded · Ages 4 to 9. 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
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: 14/12/2023. Open Ofsted report

Common questions

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What is Ferndown First School's Ofsted rating?

Ferndown First School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 14/12/2023). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

Where is Ferndown First School?

Ferndown First School is in Ferndown (BH22 9FB), Dorset. URN 148161.

How do I compare Ferndown First School with nearby schools?

Open School Compass with Ferndown 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 · 09 November 2023). Open the full PDF for context.

Ferndown First School continues to be a good school. The headteacher of this school is Sean Watts. This school is part of Castleman Academy Trust, which means other people in the trust also have responsibility for running the school. The trust is run by the chief executive officer, Rhonda Moore, and overseen by a board…

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Citation

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Ferndown First School
URN: 148161
Local authority: Dorset
Town: Ferndown
Postcode: BH22 9FB
Ofsted overall: Good (14/12/2023)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/148161/
Positioning: School Compass parental compare — not a league table.

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