I am delighted to welcome you to our school. There is something very special about Ferndown Middle School, and we are incredibly proud of our students and their achievements.

As you explore our website, I hope it gives you a clear understanding of our values and the many opportunities available to every child here. At Ferndown Middle School, we work together to create a safe, happy, and engaging environment where learning can flourish.

We believe that children should be curious and excited about their learning. Through our engaging and varied curriculum, we nurture a love of learning that encourages high aspirations and creates lasting memories. Our students are our best ambassadors—if you are considering joining the Ferndown family, I warmly encourage you to visit us, meet our students, and discover what makes our school such a special place.

At Ferndown Middle School, students are at the heart of everything we do. We aim to instil a lifelong thirst for learning, while fostering an environment where respect, kindness, and responsibility are at the forefront. We want our children to grow into confident, caring, and independent young people who are ready for the next stage of their education.

We have high expectations for all our students and provide outstanding support to help every child reach their full potential. We value excellent attendance, punctuality, pride in presentation, and mutual respect across our school community. Above all, we encourage every student to strive to achieve their very best.

Our dedicated and enthusiastic staff work tirelessly to ‘unlock’ the talents of all our students, providing support and encouragement at every step. We also encourage students to take full advantage of the wide range of opportunities available, both inside and beyond the classroom.

Students, staff, and governors are all proud to be part of Ferndown Middle School, and we hope this is reflected in our website.

Philip Jones – Headteacher

September 2026