St Mary’s Primary Celebrates Glowing SIAMS Report
St Mary’s CE Primary School in Bradford Abbas is celebrating glowing feedback following a recent Statutory Inspection of Anglican and Methodist Schools (SIAMS), which praised the school’s strong Christian vision, inclusive community,...
SAST Awarded Church Schools Flourishing Accredited Partner Status with Merit
We’re proud to share the exciting news that as a trust we have been awarded Accredited Partner Status with Merit by the Salisbury Diocesan Board of Education (SDBE). This recognition is more...
Buckland Newton Primary shines in SIAMS inspection
We are delighted to announce the brilliant outcome of Buckland Newton Primary's recent SIAMS inspection, which praised the school’s Christian vision, inclusive ethos, and inspirational leadership. The inspection, carried out on the...
Celebrating VE Day
Last week, our schools came together to commemorate Victory in Europe (VE) Day, honoring the bravery and sacrifices of those who helped bring peace to Europe in 1945. From reflective assemblies to...
Consultation on change of age range for Shaftesbury Primary
Shaftesbury Primary School and SAST are currently in discussions with Dorset Council regarding potentially taking over the management of Shaftesbury Nursery. Whilst no decision has yet been made, for it to be...
SAST Schools shine as government publishes 16-18 results
The government this week published online the KS5 data for last academic year. The Gryphon School was named the third highest performing school within the Dorset LA for A level results, with...
Thornford Primary praised by Ofsted for its culture of ‘kindness and compassion’
Thornford CE Primary School has been praised for its high standards of education and exemplary behaviour following an Ofsted inspection before Christmas. The report highlighted the school's warm and supportive environment, where...
Congratulations to our Award-Winning TA!
We were delighted to hear the news that Sue Read, a teaching assistant at Sherborne Primary School won the ‘Outstanding Support in the Classroom’ award, as part of TA Recognition Day. Sue...
Children in Need
Together, our schools have raised more than £2,100 for Children in Need this year! With activities ranging from cake sales, to non-uniform days, to taking part in the live streaming event with Gladiators (where...
Admissions Consultation
SAST Admissions Policy 2026-27 Consultation runs from 18th November 2024 to 31st December 2024. Dear Parents, Carers and Stakeholders, Sherborne Area Schools’ Trust (SAST) is the admissions authority for all schools within...
