Dorset House School

URN: 126109 • Pulborough RH20 1PB

Overview

Name
Dorset House School
URN
126109
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
41.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Matthew Thomas (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01798831456
Website
Visit
Address
The Manor, Pulborough RH20 1PB

Summary

Dorset House School, located in Pulborough, West Sussex, is an independent mixed prep school with a current enrolment of 126 pupils, offering a nurturing environment aimed at fostering confidence and independence. The school is part of the Lancing College family and emphasizes a high challenge/low threat atmosphere, allowing children to thrive academically and socially.

The curriculum at Dorset House is designed to engage and inspire students, with a strong focus on the arts, including music and drama. The school promotes a holistic education, encouraging pupils to develop not only academically but also as well-rounded individuals capable of holding positions of responsibility in the future.

Dorset House also offers optional flexi and weekly boarding, which helps to cultivate independence among its students. The school prides itself on its close-knit community, where staff are dedicated to understanding each child's unique needs and achievements, fostering strong links between home and school. Parents often highlight the warmth and supportive nature of the school environment.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
4 - 13
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
126
Boys
65
Girls
61
FSM %
Open date
1919-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 126 65 61 180
2024-09-11 133 69 64 180
2023-09-11 137 79 58 180 0.00
2022-09-11 137 79 58 180 0.00
2021-09-11 146 83 63 180 0.00
2020-09-11 149 88 61 180 0.00

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