Leweston School

URN: 113920 • Sherborne DT9 6EN

Overview

Name
Leweston School
URN
113920
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Catholic
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
47.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Paget-Tomlinson (since 2025) , Head
Telephone
01963210691
Website
Visit
Address
, Sherborne DT9 6EN

Summary

Leweston School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school located in Sherborne, Dorset, catering to students aged 0 to 18. The school emphasizes a nurturing environment that encourages pupils to grow, think independently, and embrace new experiences. With a focus on resilience and personal development, Leweston aims to help students discover their potential and achieve their goals.

The curriculum at Leweston is diverse, offering a range of academic and extracurricular opportunities, including a strong equestrian program through the Leweston Chedington Riding Academy. This facility provides expert coaching and integrates equestrian studies into the curriculum, supporting students in pursuing both recreational and competitive riding, as well as qualifications in Equine Management.

Leweston fosters a strong sense of community, welcoming pupils of all faiths and backgrounds. The school's ethos is rooted in values of respect, courtesy, and service, preparing students for life beyond school while maintaining high standards in both academic and personal conduct.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
725
Pupils
576
Boys
250
Girls
326
FSM %
Open date
1949-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 576 250 326 725
2024-09-11 610 260 350 725
2023-09-11 567 221 346 725 0.00
2022-09-11 567 221 346 510 0.00
2021-09-11 510 182 328 510 0.00
2020-09-11 406 104 302 394 0.00

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