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The Swanage School

Swanage · Dorset · BH19 2PH. secondary · Free schools · State-funded · Ages 11 to 16. 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: 36.9
English & maths 9–4: 38%

Ofsted publication date: 13/12/2023. Open Ofsted report

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What is The Swanage School's Ofsted rating?

The Swanage School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 13/12/2023). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.

What are The Swanage School's GCSE outcomes?

Published Attainment 8 is 36.9. English and maths 9–4: 38%. Use alongside inspection excerpts and visits — tables alone do not show everyday teaching.

Where is The Swanage School?

The Swanage School is in Swanage (BH19 2PH), Dorset. URN 139376.

How do I compare The Swanage School with nearby schools?

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Inspection excerpt

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Pupils at The Swanage School belong to a strong community in which staff know them well. Positive relationships between staff and pupils underpin life at the school. This means that pupils have positive attitudes towards school and behave well. Bullying is extremely rare because there is a culture of tolerance and…

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The Swanage School
URN: 139376
Local authority: Dorset
Town: Swanage
Postcode: BH19 2PH
Ofsted overall: Good (13/12/2023)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-07-31
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/139376/
Positioning: School Compass parental compare — not a league table.

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