Ferndown primary schools deliver excellent results, with 100% rated Good or Outstanding, well above England's 90%. 69% of pupils meet expected standards in reading, writing and maths compared to 62% nationally, while 20% achieve the higher standard—more than double England's 8%. West Moors Middle School and Ferndown Middle School are among the top-performing options serving families across Ferndown. With 6 schools in the area, parents benefit from strong academic foundations and a close-knit community feel in this Dorset town. Use the map view to explore the schools and see which serve your neighbourhood.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 | Ferndown Middle School | State | Primary | 9-13 years | Mixed | None | Good |
| N/A | Ferndown First School | State | Primary | 4-9 years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Primary • 9-13 years
State • Primary • 4-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N/A | Parley First School | State | Primary | 4-9 years | Mixed | None | Good |
State • Primary • 4-9 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | West Moors Middle School | State | Primary | 9-13 years | Mixed | None | Good |
| N/A | Oakhurst Community First School | State | Primary | 5-9 years | Mixed | None | Good |
| N/A | St Mary's CofE First School & Nursery | State | Primary | 2-9 years | Mixed | Church of England | Good |
State • Primary • 9-13 years
State • Primary • 5-9 years
State • Primary • 2-9 years
