The short version
At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is at capacity (98% full)
- 12% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, below the national average
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 4–9
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 308
- Capacity
- 98%
- FSM
- 12%
Governance
- Local authority
- Dorset
- Trust
- SOUTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
- Head
- Mr J Bagwell (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Location
Glenmoor Road, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 8QE
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Parley First School's Ofsted rating?
Parley First School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in July 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Parley First School?
Parley First School currently has 308 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Parley First School take?
Parley First School caters for pupils aged 4 to 9. It is classified as a primary school.
Where is Parley First School?
Parley First School is in Ferndown, BH22 8QE, in the Dorset local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Parley First School have a sixth form?
No, Parley First School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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