Academy · Dorset

Verwood Church of England First School

Primary
Ages 2–9
Church of England

Term dates

Academys can set their own term dates. Many follow Dorset council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

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Admissions

Places for Reception and junior school are applied for through your home council, not the school.

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About and location

Type: Academy
Phase: Primary
Ages: 2–9
Pupils: 289 (capacity 330)
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Church of England
Diocese: Diocese of Salisbury
Academy trust: INITIO LEARNING TRUST
Phone: 01202822652
Address: Howe Lane, Verwood, BH31 6JF
Website: verwoodfirst.dorset.sch.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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