St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford — Primary School in Blandford Forum

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St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford

Blandford Forum, DT11 8EL

133 Pupils

175 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

16.50% FSM %

64 Boys

69 Girls

About St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford 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 133 pupils on roll. School capacity: 175. Current headteacher: Jill Watson.

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	Hill Forts & Upper Tarrants
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
Inspectorate	Not applicable
Opened	01-04-2023
UKPRN	10092157
URN	149656
Data Last Updated	02-03-2026

Governors & Trustees (7)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Lauren Radburn	Chair of Local Governing Body	07/10/2024	06/10/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Christina Badger	Local Governor	10/05/2024	07/01/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Miranda Blake	Local Governor	17/12/2024	16/12/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Reverend Andrew Gubbins	Local Governor	07/02/2024	06/02/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Stephen Njeri	Local Governor	23/02/2024	22/02/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Susan Upton	Local Governor	05/11/2024	04/11/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Ms Jill Watson	Local Governor	23/04/2019	—	Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal

Schools Nearby

The Forum School

1.33 km • Blandford Forum

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Hanford School

1.71 km • Blandford Forum

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Shillingstone Church of England Primary School

1.81 km • Blandford Forum

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Clayesmore School

3.89 km • Blandford Forum

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Durweston Church of England Primary School

4.53 km • Blandford Forum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford?

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

How many pupils does St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford have?

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford has 133 pupils, with a capacity of 175.

What is the age range at St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford?

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford a faith school?

Yes, St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford?

The Headteacher at St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford is Ms Jill Watson.

Where is St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford located?

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford is at Station Road, Child Okeford, Blandford Forum, DT11 8EL, in the Dorset local authority, South West.

Does St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford have a sixth form?

Sixth form at St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford: Does not have a sixth form.

Is St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford currently open?

St Nicholas Church of England Primary School, Child Okeford is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Ms Jill Watson

Station Road, Child Okeford, Blandford Forum, DT11 8EL

01258860581

www.childokeford.dorset.sch.uk/

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 149656

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026