Best Primary Schools in Ferndown
4 primary schools found
Key Facts
- In Ferndown, 4 primary schools (28.6% of 14) serve 979 pupils, accounting for a significant proportion of primary education in the area.
- Ferndown's primary schools have an impressive Ofsted record, with 100.0% rated Good or Outstanding, surpassing the national average of 90.0%.
- With a pupil-teacher ratio of 18.86 and 18.2% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Ferndown's primary schools demonstrate a balanced approach to education and support.
- Ferndown's primary schools report a persistent absence rate of 14.1%, lower than the national rate of 20.0%, and spend £6,964 per pupil, slightly below the national average of £7,460.
St Mary's CofE First School & Nursery
Ferndown, BH22 0JF
Academy · Primary · Ages 2–9
KS2 Expected–
Absence5.7%
Pupils136
P/T Ratio18.3
Parley First School
Ofsted
Good
Ferndown, BH22 8QE
Academy · Primary · Ages 4–9
KS2 Expected–
Absence5.4%
Pupils308
P/T Ratio18.6
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 primary schools in Ferndown, including state-funded, academies, and independent schools.
Area Benchmarks
| Metric | Ferndown | England |
|---|---|---|
| Primary ResultsKS2 Expected Standard | 55% | 61% |
| AttendancePersistent Absence | 14% | 20% |
| ResourcesPupil-Teacher Ratio | 18.9:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Spending per Pupil | £6,964 | £7,460 |
About This Data
- •School information is sourced from Get Information About Schools (GIAS), the official UK government register maintained by the Department for Education.
- •Inspection ratings are from Ofsted (state schools) and ISI (independent schools).
- •Performance data includes Key Stage 2, GCSE, and A-Level results from the Department for Education.