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Dorset Studio School

Dorset, DT2 8PXSecondaryAges 11–16MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
Mar 2024
Progress 8
-0.50
Below average
−20+2
Competition
1.0×
Not oversubscribed
61 1st-choice / 62 places
Ranking
#2,601
of 3,141 nationally

About Dorset Studio School

Dorset Studio School was rated Good in its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2024, a rating it has held consistently across both its graded inspections. The school's Progress 8 score of -0. 5 is the most telling academic metric, and it sits below the Dorset local authority average of -0. 09. This places the school 18th out of 30 secondary schools in the county, and 2601st nationally out of 3141 schools. The Attainment 8 score of 29. 1 further illustrates that pupils' overall GCSE results are lower than many local alternatives. Just 21. 9% of students achieved a grade 5 or above in English and maths, and no pupils entered the English Baccalaureate suite of qualifications. The school's Progress 8 breakdown shows that maths is the weakest area, with a score of -0. 87, while English and the EBacc subjects are also below average. These figures suggest that while the school provides a satisfactory standard of education, its academic outcomes are not its strongest suit.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range11 to 16 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterNone
AddressKingston Maurward, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 8PX
HeadteacherJason Malone
Local AuthorityDorset
Number of Pupils325
Free School Meals (FSM)30.8%
School Capacity325 / 375 (87% full)

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5 Mar 2024
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 15 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dorset Studio School

Dorset Studio School has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.