- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
Met the standard at 1158%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.3%
- Pupils
- 714
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.5
Schools in DT1
A postcode district in Dorset
- Postcode district
- 14 schools and nurseries
In short: DT1 is a postcode district in Dorset with 7 primary schools, 3 secondary schools and 6 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries147 primary · 3 secondary · 6 nurseries
Top-rated
All DT1 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in DT1
Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.
Top Primary Schools in DT1
7 in DT1, best first
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area
Results well below the England average.
Met the standard at 1149%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 7.1%
- Pupils
- 527
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.1
Top Secondary Schools in DT1
3 in DT1, best first
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results close to the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1647.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.2%
- Pupils
- 2,014
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.0
- Ofsted:Good
Results below the England average.
Met the standard at 1158%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 6.3%
- Pupils
- 714
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.5
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area
Results well below the England average.
Met the standard at 1149%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 7.1%
- Pupils
- 527
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.1
Nurseries in DT1
6 in DT1, highest Ofsted grade first
Dorchester Community Nursery School
Dorchester, DT1 1QA · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Little Robins Nursery
Dorchester, DT1 1EB · Nursery
- Ofsted:Expected standard or better
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Summertime Nursery & Preschool
Dorchester, DT1 2ET · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in DT1
1 in DT1, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good in every area
Results close to the England average.
Attainment 8 at 1647.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 11.2%
- Pupils
- 2,014
- Pupils per teacher
- 18.0
Private Schools in DT1
1 in DT1. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Sunninghill Preparatory School
Dorchester, DT1 1EB · Independent · Primary · Ages 0 to 13
- ISI:Inspected
Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 167
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in DT1, on one map
Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.
- Good7
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet6
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.
By age
What's on offer for each age
Pick a stage to see every DT1 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
DT1 has 14 schools and nurseries.
Dates to know
Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.
- 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
- 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
- 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
- 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.
Keep up with schools in DT1
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about DT1
Nearby areas
How many schools are in DT1?
DT1 has 14 schools, including 7 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, 6 nurseries, 1 independent school. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.
What are the best schools in DT1?
The highest-ranked schools in DT1 on Eduscope are The Thomas Hardye School, St Osmund's Church of England Middle School, Dorchester Middle School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.
How many private schools are in DT1?
There is 1 independent school in DT1. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare it on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.
How do I choose the right school in DT1?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 14 schools in DT1 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.
Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.