Yewstock School
URN: 113965 • Sturminster Newton DT10 1EW
Overview
- Name
- Yewstock School
- URN
- 113965
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 64.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Clive Padgett (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01258472796
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Honeymead Lane, Sturminster Newton DT10 1EW
Summary
Yewstock School is a community special school located in Sturminster Newton, Dorset, catering to a mixed-gender population of 170 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 149. The school is dedicated to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to learn, achieve, and feel valued. With a significant percentage of pupils (49%) eligible for free school meals, Yewstock is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its students.
The curriculum at Yewstock is tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils with special educational needs, ensuring that all students have access to a broad and balanced education. The school focuses on fostering personal development and social skills, alongside academic learning, to prepare students for future opportunities.
Yewstock School also emphasizes community involvement, hosting events that encourage parental and local engagement. This approach not only strengthens the school community but also enhances the overall learning experience for students. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.yewstock.dorset.sch.uk/.
The curriculum at Yewstock is tailored to meet the individual needs of pupils with special educational needs, ensuring that all students have access to a broad and balanced education. The school focuses on fostering personal development and social skills, alongside academic learning, to prepare students for future opportunities.
Yewstock School also emphasizes community involvement, hosting events that encourage parental and local engagement. This approach not only strengthens the school community but also enhances the overall learning experience for students. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.yewstock.dorset.sch.uk/.
Useful links
- Our Governors (governance)
- SEND Information (sen)
- Opening Times/Calendar (calendar)
- Designated Safeguarding Leads (download)
- Staff Who Can Offer Safeguarding Support (download)
- About Us (other)
- 01258 472796 (other)
- Yewstock School (other)
- Admissions (other)
- School Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Ivers College (45.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 170 | 120 | 50 | 149 | 49.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 167 | 123 | 44 | 149 | 50.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 160 | 118 | 42 | 149 | 43.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 160 | 118 | 42 | 149 | 43.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 165 | 122 | 43 | 149 | 39.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 160 | 117 | 43 | 149 | 33.60 |
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