Port Regis Preparatory School

URN: 113915 • Shaftesbury SP7 9QA

Overview

Name
Port Regis Preparatory School
URN
113915
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
42.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Titus Mills (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01747857800
Website
Visit
Address
Motcombe Park, Shaftesbury SP7 9QA

Summary

Port Regis Preparatory School, located in Shaftesbury, Dorset, is an independent co-educational institution founded in 1881. With a current enrolment of 317 pupils and a capacity of 446, the school offers a holistic education that balances academic rigor with personal development. The school is set within 150 acres of picturesque grounds, providing a conducive environment for learning and growth.

The ethos of Port Regis centres around nurturing not only intellectual capabilities but also moral and social values. The school promotes a joyful and unhurried childhood, ensuring that children engage in a variety of academic, sporting, and creative pursuits. Exceptional pastoral care is a key focus, fostering a supportive community where students feel a strong sense of belonging.

Port Regis also offers a vibrant boarding experience, preparing students for the transition to senior school and life beyond. The school values diversity and environmental responsibility, encouraging pupils to appreciate the natural world and develop a global perspective. Parents are invited to explore the school further through open mornings and visits.

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Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
2 - 13
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
446
Pupils
317
Boys
167
Girls
150
FSM %
Open date
1929-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 317 167 150 446
2024-09-11 300 159 141 446
2023-09-11 297 165 132 446 0.00
2022-09-11 297 165 132 446 0.00
2021-09-11 337 170 167 446 0.00
2020-09-11 307 174 133 446 0.00

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