Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery
Weymouth, DT4 9QX · Dorset · primary school
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23rd of 79 primary schools in Dorset we can score, 119 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.5/10 against 2,230 of them, against 5.3/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 72.0 · 71 | 40% | 2.83 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 2.0 · 24 | 25% | 0.59 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 72.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 2.0% of pupils, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2024. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.3 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 471 pupils against a stated capacity of 465. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the curriculum support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in core subjects? What specific support is available for children transitioning from the community nursery into the main primary school?
What Ofsted said about Holy Trinity Church of England VC Primary School & Community Nursery
Overview
Pupils describe the school as a "welcoming and inclusive" environment where they feel "safe and happy." The report highlights that staff provide "high-quality pastoral support," fostering a community where pupils are "enthusiastic about, and proud of, their school." Overall, the school is judged to be effective in enabling pupils to thrive, with particular praise for its impact on personal development.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate "positive behaviour and attitudes," underpinned by values of "faith, respect, harmony and lifelong learning."
- The curriculum is enriched by "rich experiences," such as fossil hunting and museum visits, which help pupils "make links in the content they learn."
- Staff provide "exceptional support for pupils’ character, social and emotional development," helping them develop "resilience and confidence."
- Early years provision ensures children are "well prepared for learning in Year 1," with staff nurturing them so they "settle quickly."
- Reading is prioritised effectively, with staff ensuring books "match closely to the sounds they know" and providing rapid support for those falling behind.
Areas to improve
- The school should ensure that curriculum implementation and assessment enable pupils to "draw on what they have learned before" so they can retain important knowledge in the long term.
- Occasionally, teaching does not check well enough what pupils know or choose the most appropriate activities, meaning "some pupils do not learn as well as they could."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 68% |
| 2023/24 | 69% |
| 2024/25 | 72% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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