Aurora Beeches School

URN: 146790 • Wimborne BH21 5RT

Overview

Name
Aurora Beeches School
URN
146790
Type
Other independent special school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
49.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lloyd Richards (since 2025)
Telephone
01725551247
Website
Visit
Address
Aurora Boveridge College, Wimborne BH21 5RT

Summary

Aurora Beeches School, located in Wimborne, Dorset, is an independent special school catering to 42 mixed-gender pupils with a capacity of 60. The school is dedicated to helping students with additional learning needs achieve their potential through personalised support and a focus on independence. The ethos centres around empowering young people to make informed choices about their futures, whether that involves further education, training, or employment.

The curriculum at Aurora Beeches includes a mix of academic subjects, such as English, maths, and science, alongside vocational options like horticulture, animal care, and motor vehicle engineering. Students are encouraged to engage in work-based learning and receive guidance from independent careers advisors. The school also integrates therapy services to support students' long-term success and development of essential life skills.

Situated on a 50-acre campus shared with Aurora Boveridge College, the school offers modern facilities, including classrooms, vocational areas, and extensive grounds for outdoor learning. The supportive community environment fosters a holistic approach to education, ensuring that each student can thrive and work towards their individual goals.

Key details

LA
Dorset
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
Capacity
60
Pupils
42
Boys
20
Girls
22
FSM %
Open date
2019-05-20
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 42 20 22 60
2024-09-11 32 16 16 60
2023-09-11 24 16 8 60 0.00
2022-09-11 24 16 8 25 0.00
2021-09-11 18 14 4 25
2020-09-11 10 8 2 25

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