Harbour Vale School
URN: 146958 • Sherborne DT9 4DN
Overview
- Name
- Harbour Vale School
- URN
- 146958
- Type
- Academy alternative provision sponsor led
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- SHERBORNE AREA SCHOOLS' TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 46.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kelly Knight (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01935814582
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Simons Road, Sherborne DT9 4DN
Summary
Harbour Vale School is a mixed academy alternative provision located in Sherborne, Dorset, catering to students aged 11 to 16 who are unable to attend mainstream education. With a current enrolment of 18 pupils and a capacity of 38, the school provides a supportive and safe environment where individual needs are recognised and addressed. The ethos of the school revolves around helping students to "BELIEVE, ACHIEVE, SUCCEED," fostering self-belief and self-esteem alongside academic and social development.
The curriculum at Harbour Vale is designed to enable students to reach their full potential, equipping them with essential skills for future success. The school focuses on relational education, offering tailored support to help students re-engage with learning and prepare for their next steps, whether that be further education or employment.
Harbour Vale School is committed to making a positive impact on each student's life, with staff and governors dedicated to providing a nurturing atmosphere. Recent achievements, such as a "Good" rating from Ofsted, reflect the school's commitment to quality education and community involvement.
The curriculum at Harbour Vale is designed to enable students to reach their full potential, equipping them with essential skills for future success. The school focuses on relational education, offering tailored support to help students re-engage with learning and prepare for their next steps, whether that be further education or employment.
Harbour Vale School is committed to making a positive impact on each student's life, with staff and governors dedicated to providing a nurturing atmosphere. Recent achievements, such as a "Good" rating from Ofsted, reflect the school's commitment to quality education and community involvement.
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Nearby alternatives
- Sherborne International (48.3)
- Leweston School (47.6)
- Sherborne School for Girls (46.2)
- Leweston School Junior Department (45.2)
- Newell House School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Dorset
- Age range
- 5 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- SHERBORNE AREA SCHOOLS' TRUST
- Capacity
- 38
- Pupils
- 18
- Boys
- 10
- Girls
- 8
- FSM %
- 61.10
- Open date
- 2019-11-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 18 | 10 | 8 | 38 | 61.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 38 | 75.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 58.30 | |
| 2022-09-11 | 12 | 7 | 5 | 58.30 | |
| 2021-09-11 | 17 | 10 | 7 | 64.70 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 15 | 13 | 2 | 40.00 |
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