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Dorchester's two secondary schools serve this historic market town as Dorset's county seat. The Thomas Hardye School and Dorset Studio School are both rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, with 100% of schools achieving these ratings compared to 86% nationally. Families across Poundbury, Fordington, and the town centre benefit from close-knit schools with strong community connections in this distinctive rural setting. Use the map view to explore the schools and see which serve your neighbourhood.
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| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | The Thomas Hardye School | State | Secondary & Post-16 | 13-18 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Secondary & Post-16 • 13-18 years
| Rank | School Name | School Type | Phase | Age Range | Gender | Religious | FMS Inspection Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #2 | Dorset Studio School | State | Secondary | 11-16 years | Mixed | None | 7/10Good |
State • Secondary • 11-16 years
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