Beaucroft Foundation School
URN: 113956 • Wimborne BH21 2SS
Overview
- Name
- Beaucroft Foundation School
- URN
- 113956
- Type
- Foundation special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Diane Makariou/Joseph Barnett Beaucroft School (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202886083
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wimborne Road, Wimborne BH21 2SS
Summary
Beaucroft Foundation School is a mixed foundation special school located in Wimborne, Dorset, catering to 231 pupils aged 4 to 19 who experience learning difficulties, including complex needs and Autism Spectrum Disorder. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where each child's unique educational needs are met through a personalised curriculum that extends beyond the National Curriculum. This approach focuses on practical, community-based learning to help students thrive academically and socially.
The school operates from 8:45 am to 3:00 pm, offering meals prepared by Poole Grammar School, with dietary requirements accommodated. Uniforms are encouraged, and the school provides options for second-hand clothing. Beaucroft also prioritises community engagement, exemplified by the recently opened Beaucroft College, which supports post-16 students and fosters life skills in a community setting.
With a dedicated and experienced staff team, Beaucroft Foundation School aims to empower students to develop self-esteem and resilience, preparing them for adulthood while ensuring they feel valued and safe within the school community.
The school operates from 8:45 am to 3:00 pm, offering meals prepared by Poole Grammar School, with dietary requirements accommodated. Uniforms are encouraged, and the school provides options for second-hand clothing. Beaucroft also prioritises community engagement, exemplified by the recently opened Beaucroft College, which supports post-16 students and fosters life skills in a community setting.
With a dedicated and experienced staff team, Beaucroft Foundation School aims to empower students to develop self-esteem and resilience, preparing them for adulthood while ensuring they feel valued and safe within the school community.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- Governors Documents (governance)
- Seniors (sen)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- Staff (other)
- Skip to content (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Admissions (other)
- School Policies (other)
- School Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Aurora Boveridge College (60.2)
- Aurora Beeches School (49.7)
- Canford School (48.7)
- Boveridge House School (45.2)
- South West Regional Assessment Centre (45.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 231 | 156 | 75 | 230 | 34.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 216 | 143 | 73 | 215 | 31.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 168 | 115 | 53 | 215 | 26.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 168 | 115 | 53 | 165 | 26.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 165 | 115 | 50 | 165 | 23.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 166 | 115 | 51 | 19.30 |
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