The Purbeck School
URN: 113855 • Wareham BH20 4PF
Overview
- Name
- The Purbeck School
- URN
- 113855
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Adam Darley (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Worgret Road, Wareham BH20 4PF
Summary
The Purbeck School is a mixed community secondary school located in Wareham, Dorset, catering to students aged 11 to 18. With a current enrolment of 1,071 pupils and a capacity of 1,650, the school emphasizes a culture of kindness, aspiration, and perseverance. This ethos underpins its commitment to fostering personal care and high academic standards, resulting in exceptional progress and outcomes for students, as highlighted in its recent Ofsted report.
The school offers a dynamic curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of the 21st century, whether they pursue further education or enter the workforce. The Purbeck School boasts a strong track record in both GCSE and A Level results, placing it among the top 10% of schools nationally. In addition to academic excellence, students are encouraged to engage in various extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and STEM clubs, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.
The Purbeck School prioritises attendance and provides clear guidelines for reporting absences, ensuring that families understand the importance of consistent school attendance for academic success. The school is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.
The school offers a dynamic curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of the 21st century, whether they pursue further education or enter the workforce. The Purbeck School boasts a strong track record in both GCSE and A Level results, placing it among the top 10% of schools nationally. In addition to academic excellence, students are encouraged to engage in various extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and STEM clubs, promoting a well-rounded educational experience.
The Purbeck School prioritises attendance and provides clear guidelines for reporting absences, ensuring that families understand the importance of consistent school attendance for academic success. The school is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.
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Nearby alternatives
- The Purbeck School (44.1)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1071 | 524 | 547 | 1650 | 19.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1071 | 524 | 547 | 1650 | 19.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1071 | 524 | 547 | 1650 | 19.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1071 | 524 | 547 | 1650 | 19.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1031 | 483 | 548 | 1650 | 19.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1017 | 491 | 526 | 1650 | 17.60 |
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