The Swanage School
The Swanage School is a secondary located in Dorset, BH19 2PH. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 343 pupils on roll.
The Swanage School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a free schools.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Free schools
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: Not applicable
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: N/A
Local Authority: Dorset
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 360
Number of Pupils: 343
Number of Boys: 167
Number of Girls: 176
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 32.5
Last Changed Date: 2025-03-28
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Outstanding
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-12-13
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Maraspin
Phone: 01929500599
Website: http://www.theswanageschool.co.uk/
Location: High Street
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
Local area information
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Swanage School
What is the Ofsted rating of The Swanage School?
The Swanage School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does The Swanage School admit?
The Swanage School admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is The Swanage School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
The Swanage School is a mixed school.
What type of school is The Swanage School?
The Swanage School is a free schools offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near The Swanage School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around The Swanage School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near The Swanage School?
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