Sunninghill Preparatory School
URN: 113927 • Dorchester DT1 1EB
Overview
- Name
- Sunninghill Preparatory School
- URN
- 113927
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Newberry (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 01305262306
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- South Court, Dorchester DT1 1EB
Summary
Sunninghill Preparatory School is an independent mixed school located in Dorchester, Dorset, catering to children aged 6 months to 13 years. With a current enrolment of 171 pupils and a capacity of 200, the school prides itself on small class sizes, which facilitate personalised learning experiences tailored to each child's needs. The school’s ethos centres on nurturing individual character development, encouraging creativity, leadership, and a supportive community environment.
The curriculum at Sunninghill is designed to be child-centred and innovative, making use of the school's picturesque setting near the Jurassic Coast. This approach aims to instil confidence in students, allowing them to explore their interests and talents across academic, sporting, musical, and artistic disciplines. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that all pupils feel valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
Sunninghill Prep School is committed to fostering a sense of kindness, honesty, and compassion among its students, creating a welcoming community where every child is encouraged to thrive. Regular open mornings and individual tours are available for prospective families to experience the school's unique environment and dedicated staff.
The curriculum at Sunninghill is designed to be child-centred and innovative, making use of the school's picturesque setting near the Jurassic Coast. This approach aims to instil confidence in students, allowing them to explore their interests and talents across academic, sporting, musical, and artistic disciplines. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that all pupils feel valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
Sunninghill Prep School is committed to fostering a sense of kindness, honesty, and compassion among its students, creating a welcoming community where every child is encouraged to thrive. Regular open mornings and individual tours are available for prospective families to experience the school's unique environment and dedicated staff.
Useful links
- Leadership and Governance (governance)
- Senior Schools (sen)
- Senior Prep (sen)
- View our Privacy Notice (download)
- Read the full report here (download)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions Process (other)
- Prospectus (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Term dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Dorchester Learning Centre (48.7)
- Employ My Ability (EMA) Ltd (45.7)
- Crossways Pupil Referral Unit (45.2)
- Dorchester Preparatory School (45.2)
- Penwithen School (45.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 171 | 98 | 73 | 200 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 131 | 74 | 57 | 200 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 149 | 78 | 71 | 200 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 149 | 78 | 71 | 200 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 143 | 76 | 67 | 200 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 155 | 78 | 77 | 200 |
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