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Dorchester Learning Centre - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Dorchester Learning Centre
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Dorchester Learning Centre
- All-through
- Winterborne Monkton DT2 9PS
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Staff are ambitious in their vision to get the best possible outcomes for pupils.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Staff respond to struggling pupils with sensitivity and understanding, maintaining a calm environment.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff support pupils well, especially those struggling, through empathetic and calm approaches.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers know pupils well and tailor teaching to individual needs.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Leaders have designed an ambitious curriculum and prioritise reading and mathematics.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Some staff lack a deep understanding of early reading and mathematics, impacting swift identification of learning gaps.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are overwhelmingly positive about the impact the school has on their child.
Communication with Parents: School ensures parents are informed through positive, overwhelming feedback.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents express high satisfaction with their child's progress and school environment.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff manage pupils' struggles well, maintaining relationships and trust.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders ensure middle leaders have a whole-school overview to drive improvements effectively.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Staff are proactive in supporting pupils鈥� safety and welfare.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Staff support struggling pupils with sensitivity, ensuring a consistently calm environment.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Pupils' welfare, physical and mental health are prioritized.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils have access to activities of personal interest that develop confidence and future aspirations.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: The school supports pupils in balancing academic and extracurricular activities through individualized plans.
Career Counselling Services: School provides relevant and unbiased careers guidance with creative work experience opportunities.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils are well prepared for their next stage of education through inclusive practices.
Support for SEND: Pupils鈥� medical and learning needs are supported well, especially those with variable amounts of time working with education staff.
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About Us
Dorchester Learning Centre is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 42 students from age 5-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 4 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-18 | 5-16 | 5-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 4.8 | 5.5 | 4.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
4 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dorchester Learning Centre
Local authority ratio 18 : 1