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Milldown CofE Academy

Milldown CofE Academy is a single-form entry Church of England primary school located in Blandford Forum, Dorset.

It is part of the Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust.

About our school experience

Details

Date: Thursday 22nd May 2025
Plan for the morning:

• 09:00: Arrival and Welcome (visitors sign in at reception and collect visitor lanyard)

• 09:15 - 09:30: Information about the role of the Trust and the support provided to schools

• 09:30 - 10:30: Observations in classes

• 10:30 - 11:00: Tea / Coffee with a range of colleagues

• 11:00 – 11:30: Reflections on classroom experiences with Lead Mentor

• 11:30 – 12:00: Meeting a senior leader to discuss the role of a teacher and safeguarding responsibilities

• 12:00 – 12:30: Further information about the programme and signposting to SCITT events with Lead Mentor

• 12:30 – 12:45: Evaluation and final Q&A with Lead Mentor

Start and finish times
9am to 1pm
Dress code

Professional/smart but no denim please.

Teacher training

We are Pickwick Learning who deliver on behalf of OTT SCITT.

Find out more about our teacher training

Links to more information about our school

Entry requirements

You must:

    • Photo identification: Passport or driving licence
DBS check required

No, candidates will be accompanied at all times.

Placement dates

Date School phase Experience type
22 May 2025

Primary

In school Start request

Location

Address
Milldown Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7SN
Map showing Milldown CofE Academy
Parking

Not available on site

There is parking on nearby residential streets. Please park considerately.

Address
Milldown Road, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 7SN
School phases
Early years, Primary (4 to 11)
DBS check required

No, candidates will be accompanied at all times.