Sturminster Newton High School
URN: 149657 • Sturminster Newton DT10 1DT
Overview
- Name
- Sturminster Newton High School
- URN
- 149657
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- SHERBORNE AREA SCHOOLS' TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 32.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Donna London-Hill (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01258472642
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bath Road, Sturminster Newton DT10 1DT
Summary
Sturminster Newton High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Sturminster Newton, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 617 students and a capacity of 900. The school prides itself on fostering a close-knit community where staff and students know each other well, allowing for personalised support and encouragement. The ethos of the school emphasises high academic and personal achievement within a smaller school setting, promoting a happy and purposeful learning environment.
The curriculum includes a range of academic and vocational courses, with over 20 A Levels and BTEC National Courses available in the Sixth Form. The school focuses on developing essential skills such as organisation, communication, and problem-solving, preparing students for further education or employment. The commitment to nurturing individual talents and fostering a love for learning is evident in their small class sizes and tailored guidance.
Sturminster Newton High School actively engages with parents to build upon existing standards and support students' emotional, social, and spiritual development. The school holds open evenings for prospective parents and encourages visits to showcase its supportive and inclusive environment.
The curriculum includes a range of academic and vocational courses, with over 20 A Levels and BTEC National Courses available in the Sixth Form. The school focuses on developing essential skills such as organisation, communication, and problem-solving, preparing students for further education or employment. The commitment to nurturing individual talents and fostering a love for learning is evident in their small class sizes and tailored guidance.
Sturminster Newton High School actively engages with parents to build upon existing standards and support students' emotional, social, and spiritual development. The school holds open evenings for prospective parents and encourages visits to showcase its supportive and inclusive environment.
Useful links
- The Dorset Local Offer (sen)
- Ofsted Report (other)
- Dorset School Closures (other)
- Parents Evening System (other)
- Schools Financial Benchmarking (other)
- Family Information Service (other)
- School Admissions (other)
- Apply For School Meals (other)
- News (other)
- WisePay (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- Dorset
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- SHERBORNE AREA SCHOOLS' TRUST
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 617
- Boys
- 285
- Girls
- 332
- FSM %
- 28.90
- Open date
- 2023-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 617 | 285 | 332 | 900 | 28.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 620 | 299 | 321 | 900 | 25.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 900 |
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