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Beaminster School

Beaminster · Dorset · DT8 3EP. secondary · Voluntary controlled school · State-funded · Ages 11 to 18. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.

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Ofsted overall: Good
KS2 RWM expected: —
Attainment 8: 47
English & maths 9–4: 71%

Ofsted publication date: 12/11/2023. Open Ofsted report

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What is Beaminster School's Ofsted rating?

Beaminster School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 12/11/2023). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

What are Beaminster School's GCSE outcomes?

Published Attainment 8 is 47. English and maths 9–4: 71%. Use alongside inspection excerpts and visits — tables alone do not show everyday teaching.

Where is Beaminster School?

Beaminster School is in Beaminster (DT8 3EP), Dorset. URN 113884.

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Inspection excerpt

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Beaminster School is a community that pupils, parents, staff and governors are proud to be a part of. The ‘ASK’ ethos of ambition, service and kindness underpins all that the school does. Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school site. Pupils and students in the sixth form have good relationships with adults…

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Beaminster School
URN: 113884
Local authority: Dorset
Town: Beaminster
Postcode: DT8 3EP
Ofsted overall: Good (12/11/2023)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/113884/
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