Secondary
Ofsted Requires Improvement
About Dorchester Middle School
Dorchester Middle School in Dorchester, United Kingdom, is a vibrant educational community dedicated to providing students with a well-rounded and supportive learning environment. Our school strives to foster academic excellence, creativity, and social growth in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. We are proud to be a part of the local community.
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Parent Survey
Official Ofsted Parent View data • 86 responses • 15.8% response rate
My child is happy at this school
84.9% positive
15.1% negative
My child feels safe at this school
90.7% positive
8.2% negative
The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved
83.7% positive
12.8% negative
The school has high expectations for my child
74.4% positive
17.4% negative
My child does well at this school
81.4% positive
11.6% negative
I would recommend this school to another parent
Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 86 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.
School Workforce
Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025
Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
17.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Excellent
31.9
Teachers (FTE)
Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.
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Richard T
Unconfirmed
Parent
May 7, 2025
4.0
"Great school with wonderful facilities"
We've been really pleased with everything about Dorchester Middle School so far. The classrooms and sports facilities are top-notch and the school trips are excellent value. My son's friends seem to have a great time and he's really enjoying the subjects he's chosen.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
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Emily W
Unconfirmed
Parent
Dec 27, 2024
4.0
"Excellent teaching and support"
I'm so impressed with the way Dorchester Middle School has helped my daughter settle in and thrive in Year 7. The teachers are all really approachable and my child is getting great grades. The only reason I'm not giving 5 stars is because of the sometimes chaotic lunchtime procedures, but overall we're really happy here.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
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