The Best Schools In Dorchester Rated & Reviewed

School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Dorchester. These top schools near Dorchester are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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✔ Compare all schools in Dorchester and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School

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Our number one ranked school in Dorchester based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School.

Pupils
113
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
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2

Sticklands Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

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Sticklands Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School is ranked second in Dorchester based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
81
Ages
5 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
3

Maiden Newton, Greenford Church of England Primary School

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At number 3 in the best schools in Dorchester based on our authoritative ranking is Maiden Newton, Greenford Church of England Primary School.

Pupils
143
Ages
4 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary controlled school
4

Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney

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The school ranked at number four in our Dorchester league table is Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
95
Ages
2 - 11
Gender
Mixed
Type
Voluntary aided school
5

St Osmund's Church of England Middle School

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Our number five ranked school in Dorchester based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is St Osmund's Church of England Middle School.

Pupils
720
Ages
9 - 13
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy converter

Top 5 best performing schools in Dorchester and their catchment areas in Dorchester ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Buckland Newton Church of England Primary School
  • Sticklands Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
  • Maiden Newton, Greenford Church of England Primary School
  • Thorner's Church of England School, Litton Cheney
  • St Osmund's Church of England Middle School

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