The New Forest Church of England Primary School — Primary School in Wilts

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The New Forest Church of England Primary School

Wilts, SP5 2BY

162 Pupils

210 Capacity

2–11 Age Range

6.80% FSM %

87 Boys

75 Girls

About The New Forest Church of England Primary School

The New Forest Church of England Primary School is a Primary Academies serving Wilts and the surrounding area in Wiltshire with a Church of England character. The school for pupils aged 2–11 is part of the South West region.

It has 162 pupils on roll. School capacity: 210. Current headteacher: Caroline Whittaker.

Information on The New Forest Church of England Primary School is sourced from the DfE GIAS database, the authoritative register of all schools and educational establishments in England.

School Details

Establishment Type	Academy converter
Type Group	Academies
Phase of Education	Primary
Status	Open
Local Authority	Wiltshire
Region	South West
Administrative District	Wiltshire
Parliamentary Constituency	Salisbury
Ward	Redlynch & Landford
Urban / Rural	Smaller rural: Nearer to 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	Has Nursery Classes
Trust / Sponsor	MAGNA LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
Opened	01-07-2020
UKPRN	10086290
URN	148024
Data Last Updated	18-02-2026

Governors & Trustees (11)

Name	Role	Appointed	Term Ends	Appointing Body
Mrs Lianne Warner	Chair of Local Governing Body	01/07/2024	30/06/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Andrew Cockerell	Local Governor	10/10/2024	09/10/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Christine Joachim	Local Governor	24/05/2023	23/05/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Hannah Legg	Local Governor	08/10/2025	07/10/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Stuart Middleton	Local Governor	14/12/2022	13/12/2026	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Dr Julie Onslow	Local Governor	29/03/2023	28/03/2027	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Janet Penny	Local Governor	09/07/2025	08/07/2029	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Philip Smallman	Local Governor	01/09/2022	31/08/2026	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mrs Katie Stephens	Local Governor	08/10/2025	07/10/2029	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates
Mrs Lianne Warner	Local Governor	01/07/2024	30/06/2028	Appointed by foundation/Trust
Mr Jack Willis	Local Governor	01/09/2024	30/06/2025	Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of school is The New Forest Church of England Primary School?

The New Forest Church of England Primary School is a Academy converter (group: Academies) in Wilts, Wiltshire.

How many pupils does The New Forest Church of England Primary School have?

The New Forest Church of England Primary School has 162 pupils, with a capacity of 210.

What is the age range at The New Forest Church of England Primary School?

The New Forest Church of England Primary School caters for pupils aged 2 to 11.

Is The New Forest Church of England Primary School a faith school?

Yes, The New Forest Church of England Primary School has a Church of England religious character.

Who is the headteacher at The New Forest Church of England Primary School?

The Headteacher at The New Forest Church of England Primary School is Mrs Caroline Whittaker.

Where is The New Forest Church of England Primary School located?

The New Forest Church of England Primary School is at School Road, Nomansland, Wilts, SP5 2BY, in the Wiltshire local authority, South West.

Does The New Forest Church of England Primary School have a sixth form?

Sixth form at The New Forest Church of England Primary School: Does not have a sixth form.

Is The New Forest Church of England Primary School currently open?

The New Forest Church of England Primary School is currently open.

Contact

Headteacher

Mrs Caroline Whittaker

School Road, Nomansland, Wilts, SP5 2BY

01794390380

www.thenewforestschool.wilts.sch.uk

Location

Official Links

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Quick Summary

URN 148024

Status Open

Ofsted —

Data from DfE GIAS Mar 2026