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Sherborne School

Abbey Road, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3AP

Key Facts

Mr Simon Heard Headteacher

Boys Gender

573 Total Pupils

Town Location

Day & Boarding Type

13 - 18 Age Range

Mainstream Mainstream/Special

Church of England Religious Ethos

About

Situated in the historic town of Sherborne, this distinguished independent school boasts a rich heritage of academic excellence and personal development. With a commitment to nurturing each student's unique potential, the school emphasises a holistic approach to education, blending rigorous academic programmes with a vibrant co-curricular life. The supportive community fosters enduring friendships and character-building experiences, ensuring that students are well-prepared for the challenges of the future. With an impressive range of facilities and a dedicated staff, the school creates an environment where young minds can thrive and flourish.

Fees
Per Term

Day Fees

£15,190 (inc. VAT)

Boarding Fees

£19,200 (inc. VAT)

Pupil Information

Total Pupils

573 pupils

The total number of pupils enrolled at the school.

Boys

573 / 100.00%

Girls

0 / 0.00%

With SEN Support

292 / 50.96%

With SEN EHCP

1 / 0.17%

A-Level Performance
2024

Progress Score

0.68
Well Above Average

These figures tell you how much progress students who studied A levels at this school or college made between the end of key stage 4 and the end of their A level studies, compared to similar students across England. These scores are also known as 'value added' scores.

The scores are calculated by comparing the A-level results of students at this school or college with the A level results of students in schools and colleges across England who started with similar results at the end of the previous key stage – key stage 4.

A score above zero means students made more progress, on average, than students across England who got similar results at the end of key stage 4. A score below zero means students made less progress, on average, than students across England who got similar results at the end of key stage 4.

Average Result

B+

This tells you the average grade that students achieved per A level entry.

AAB (with ≥2 Facilitating Subjects)

29.60%

Facilitating A levels are ones that are commonly needed for entry to leading universities. They are: biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, further mathematics, geography, history, English literature and classical or modern languages.

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Inspected by ISI

This school is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI).

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