Stoborough is a Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, situated to the south of Wareham in the beautiful and historic Isle of Purbeck, in the heart of Dorset. As a church school we have strong links with the Diocese of Salisbury and the Parish of Wareham.
The original buildings are Victorian, a reception classroom was added in 1991 and a hall was constructed in 2003. We have a large playing field which includes outdoor play equipment, a pond and an environmental science area. We also have an outdoor swimming pool which is used by all the children, everyday during the second half of the summer term (weather permitting!!)
We cater for children in the 4 to 9 age range. After their time with us the majority of pupils move on to either Wareham or Sandford Middle Schools.There are currently 120 pupils on roll, divided in to 5 single age group classes. Stoborough is a popular school which draws extensively from outside its catchment area. The average class size is 25. Each class is supported by a team of excellent teaching assistants. We are almost unique as one of only two primary schools in the whole of Dorset to provide a hot lunch service. On average about half of the children have a hot meal each day; the rest bring a packed lunch.
How Good the School is
'This is a very good school which provides its pupils with a high quality education. By the end of the Year 4 when pupils leave the school,standards in English,mathematics and science are very good. Pupils' attitude to work and relationships are excellent,with their behaviour very good. Teaching is very good and contributes significantly to the high standards achieved. The leadership and management of the headteacher are excellent.The deputy headteacher and teachers provide the headteacher with very strong support, they are an effective team.Learning support assistants make an effective contribution to pupils' learning. Parents recognise the many strengths of the school. The school provides very good value for money.
What the school does well
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By the end of year 4,standards in English, mathematics, science, and information technology are very good. |
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Children in the Foundation Stage make good progress in their learning, especially in the key skills of reading, writing and number. |
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The quality of teaching is very good and has a positive impact on the high standards achieved. |
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Pupils attitudes to school and relationships are excellent, with behaviour very good. |
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The leadership and management of the headteacher are excellent and contribute significantly to the school sustaining high standards. |
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The provision for pupils' spiritual,moral,social and cultural development is very good. | | |