Shillingstone Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Blandford Forum

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Shillingstone Church of England Primary School

Blandford Forum, DT11 0TX

103 Pupils

105 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

23.30% FSM %

42 Boys

61 Girls

About Shillingstone Church of England Primary School

Shillingstone Church of England Primary School is a mixed-gender Academies located in Blandford Forum, Dorset, in the South West region of England for pupils aged 4–11 with a Church of England character. It currently has a status of Open.

It has 103 pupils on roll. School capacity: 105. Current headteacher: Andrew Wright.

This profile is based on official data from the Department for Education (DfE) Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register, updated March 2026.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Dorset
Region	South West
Administrative District	Dorset
Parliamentary Constituency	North Dorset
Ward	Blackmore Vale
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Further from a major town or city
Admissions Policy	Not applicable
Religious Character	Church of England
Gender Policy	Mixed
Boarders	No boarders
Sixth Form	Does not have a sixth form
Nursery Provision	No Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	SHERBORNE AREA SCHOOLS' TRUST
Opened	01-07-2019
UKPRN	10083645
URN	147141
Data Last Updated	18-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (10)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Sharon Proyer	Chair of Local Governing Body	27/09/2022	27/04/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Sharon Proyer	Chair of Local Governing Body	27/04/2021	26/04/2028	Appointed by academy members
Mrs Sarah Baines	Local Governor	10/11/2017	09/11/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Paul Blake	Local Governor	01/07/2024	08/05/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Robert Corben	Local Governor	29/11/2023	28/11/2027	Appointed by academy members
Mrs Kirsten Drake	Local Governor	05/10/2017	05/10/2029	Foundation/sponsor members
Mrs Anne Powell	Local Governor	01/07/2013	07/07/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Thomas Troughton	Local Governor	17/07/2023	16/07/2027	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mrs Sarah Vail	Local Governor	14/03/2010	15/03/2026	Elected by school staff
Mr Andrew Wright	Local Governor	06/01/2025	06/01/2029	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal

Schools Nearby

The Forum School

1.26 km • Blandford Forum

Other

Hanford School

1.6 km • Blandford Forum

Other

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford

1.81 km • Blandford Forum

Other

Durweston Church of England Primary School

3.42 km • Blandford Forum

Other

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Shillingstone Church of England Primary School?

Shillingstone Church of England Primary School is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Blandford Forum, Dorset.

How many pupils does Shillingstone Church of England Primary School have?

Shillingstone Church of England Primary School has 103 pupils, with a capacity of 105.

What is the age range at Shillingstone Church of England Primary School?

Shillingstone Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Shillingstone Church of England Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Shillingstone Church of England Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Shillingstone Church of England Primary School?

The Headteacher at Shillingstone Church of England Primary School is Mr Andrew Wright.

Where is Shillingstone Church of England Primary School located?

Shillingstone Church of England Primary School is at Augustan Avenue, Shillingstone, Blandford Forum, DT11 0TX, in the Dorset local authority, South West.

Does Shillingstone Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Shillingstone Church of England Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Shillingstone Church of England Primary School currently open?

Shillingstone Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Andrew Wright

Augustan Avenue, Shillingstone, Blandford Forum, DT11 0TX

01258860446

www.shillingstone.dorset.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 147141

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026