Arbour House School
URN: 143642 • DT4 7QF
Overview
- Name
- Arbour House School
- URN
- 143642
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 55.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julie Perks (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01305781400
- Website
- Visit Arbour House School website
- Address
-
15-17 Glendinning Avenue, DT4 7QF
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Summary
Arbour House School, located in Dorset, is an independent special school catering to a mixed-gender cohort of 29 pupils, with a capacity for 60. The school is part of Potens, a national provider of health and social care services that supports children and adults with disabilities and complex needs. Arbour House School focuses on providing tailored educational experiences for students with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health challenges, ensuring that each child's unique needs are met.
The curriculum at Arbour House is designed to support personal development and learning outcomes, with an emphasis on creating a nurturing environment where students can thrive. The school employs a range of specialist staff trained to address the diverse needs of its pupils, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that promotes both academic and social growth.
In addition to educational support, Potens offers various community services, including residential care, supported living, and respite opportunities, ensuring a holistic approach to the well-being of students and their families. This integrated model aims to empower individuals to achieve their potential and enhance their quality of life within the community.
The curriculum at Arbour House is designed to support personal development and learning outcomes, with an emphasis on creating a nurturing environment where students can thrive. The school employs a range of specialist staff trained to address the diverse needs of its pupils, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that promotes both academic and social growth.
In addition to educational support, Potens offers various community services, including residential care, supported living, and respite opportunities, ensuring a holistic approach to the well-being of students and their families. This integrated model aims to empower individuals to achieve their potential and enhance their quality of life within the community.
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Nearby alternatives
- Sheiling College (73.7)
- Graduately Developing Futures (68.9)
- Westfield Arts College (65.0)
- Yewstock School (64.9)
- Aurora Boveridge College (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Dorset
- Age range
- 6 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 60
- Pupils
- 29
- Boys
- 22
- Girls
- 7
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2017-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 29 | 22 | 7 | 60 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 26 | 22 | 4 | 60 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 60 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 17 | 17 | 0 | 25 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 19 | 19 | 0 | 25 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 14 | 13 | 1 | 25 | 0.00 |
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