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A relatively small but perfectly-formed prep with a strong academic record, competitive but inclusive sports programme, impressive facilities and emphasis on emotional resilience. Parents say they made the right choice. ‘We’ll be sad to leave,’ mused one. We can see why.
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Overview & data
- Pupil numbers
- 330 ·
- Religion
- None
- Fees
- £11,034 - £19,728 pa
- Local authority
- Dorset
- Area guides
Headteacher
Headmaster
Mr CJ Saenger
Since 2019, Christian Saenger (30s), previously deputy head (academic) at York House School in Herts. Studied English at UCL and enrolled on TeachFirst programme. First assignment was to a challenging London secondary school before falling into the
Entrance
Just under 130 pupils in pre-prep and 200 in prep, with most continuing through. No entry exams but informal assessment before a place is offered.
Exit
Between 10-20 per cent leave at the end of year 6, mainly to local grammars. Vast majority stay to sit 13+ exams, and new joiners mean that the last two years are only slightly smaller. Most to Canford, Clayesmore, Bryanston and Wellington. One or
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Teaching & learning
Learning support & SEN
Pupils
Money matters
No scholarships, but some means tested bursaries available from year 3.
- Fee information
- £11,034 - £19,728 pa
Our view
Previously the headquarters of the Dalgety piggery, the main redbrick building that the school has inhabited since 1986 presents an attractive and homely front to the hive of activity behind. School has inhabited this 26-acre site since 1986, with a
The last word
A relatively small but perfectly-formed prep with a strong academic record, competitive but inclusive sports programme, impressive facilities and emphasis on emotional resilience. Parents say they made the right choice. ‘We’ll be sad to leave,’ mused
