Shaftesbury School
Shaftesbury School is a secondary located in Dorset, SP7 8ER. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 868 pupils on roll.
Shaftesbury School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study. It is part of the Diocese of Salisbury diocese.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural town and fringe
Religious Diocese: Diocese of Salisbury
Local Authority: Dorset
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1283
Number of Pupils: 868
Number of Boys: 420
Number of Girls: 448
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 25.6
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-21
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: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-05-10
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: London-Hill
Phone: 01747854498
Website: http://www.shaftesburyschool.co.uk
Location: Salisbury Road
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shaftesbury School
What is the Ofsted rating of Shaftesbury School?
Shaftesbury School has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Shaftesbury School admit?
Shaftesbury School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Shaftesbury School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Shaftesbury School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Shaftesbury School?
Shaftesbury School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Shaftesbury School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury School?
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