Ferndown Upper School

URN: 113854 • Ferndown BH22 9EY

Overview

Name
Ferndown Upper School
URN
113854
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
78.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Philip Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01202871243
Website
Visit
Address
Cherry Grove, Ferndown BH22 9EY

Summary

Ferndown Upper School is a mixed community secondary school located in Ferndown, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 1,169 pupils and a capacity of 1,309. The school prides itself on creating a safe and engaging learning environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Under the leadership of Headteacher Philip Jones, the school emphasizes collaboration and community involvement, ensuring that every student feels valued and supported.

The curriculum at Ferndown Upper School is designed to foster academic excellence, as evidenced by its recognition for achieving the best GCSE results in Dorset from 2019 to 2023. The school also offers a robust sixth form provision, being the first T Level provider in the area, which highlights its commitment to vocational education alongside traditional academic pathways.

In addition to academic achievements, Ferndown Upper School actively promotes student well-being and personal development. The school hosts regular open mornings and tours for prospective students, encouraging community engagement and transparency. With a focus on safeguarding and welfare, the school is dedicated to providing a nurturing environment for all its students.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
13 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1309
Pupils
1169
Boys
581
Girls
588
FSM %
21.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-12-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1169 581 588 1309 21.70
2024-09-11 1161 565 596 1309 22.60
2023-09-11 979 484 495 1309 19.60
2022-09-11 979 484 495 1309 19.60
2021-09-11 963 463 500 1309 17.50
2020-09-11 876 401 475 1309 15.80

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