Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — Primary School in Warminster

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Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Warminster, BA12 8LF

139 Pupils

150 Capacity

4–11 Age Range

11.50% FSM %

82 Boys

57 Girls

About Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a mixed-gender Local authority maintained schools located in Warminster, Wiltshire, 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 139 pupils on roll. School capacity: 150. Current headteacher: Ian Albrow.

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	Voluntary controlled school
Type Group	Local authority maintained schools
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Wiltshire
Region	South West
Administrative District	Wiltshire
Parliamentary Constituency	South West Wiltshire
Ward	Warminster Broadway
Urban / Rural	Urban: 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
UKPRN	10074767
URN	126374
Data Last Updated	20-01-2026

Governors & Trustees (8)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Jane Stadward	Chair of Governors	01/09/2023	31/03/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Jane Stadward	Chair of Governors	01/04/2021	31/03/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Mr Ian Albrow	Governor	01/09/2020	31/08/2025	Appointed by GB/board
Rev Lorraine Dobbins	Governor	05/09/2022	30/06/2030	Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)
Mr David Hayward	Governor	28/09/2023	28/09/2027	Appointed by GB/board
Mrs Alex Lyons	Governor	24/04/2025	24/04/2029	Elected by parents
Mr Steven Morgan	Governor	30/09/2023	30/09/2027	Elected by school staff
Mr Nicholas Whyte	Governor	06/11/2023	24/11/2025	Elected by parents

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The Avenue Primary School and Children's Centre

0.9 km • Warminster

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St John's CofE School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is a Voluntary controlled school (group: Local authority maintained schools) in Warminster, Wiltshire.

How many pupils does Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have?

Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has 139 pupils, with a capacity of 150.

What is the age range at Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School caters for pupils aged 4 to 11.

Is Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School a faith school?

Yes, Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School?

The Headteacher at Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is Mr Ian Albrow.

Where is Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School located?

Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is at Sambourne Road, Warminster, BA12 8LF, in the Wiltshire local authority, South West.

Does Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School currently open?

Sambourne Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mr Ian Albrow

Sambourne Road, Warminster, BA12 8LF

01985212458

www.sambourne.wilts.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 126374

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026