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The Thomas Hardye School
Queen's Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2ET
Academy converter for ages 13–18 in Dorchester. Mixed intake.
The Thomas Hardye School is a very large mixed, non-selective secondary academy in Dorchester, Dorset, for ages 13 to 18 with a sixth form. It has broad SEN provision, including sensory, speech and language, autism, physical disability and learning-difficulty needs. Ofsted rated it Outstanding at its last inspection in 2015.
The school describes a strong sense of community, an extensive extra-curricular offer and attention to students' wider development. It points to visits, international links, charity and community work, environmental projects, speakers, performances, exhibitions and sports as part of school life.
Ages 13–18 · Secondary
2,051 pupils · On roll
Academy converter · Mixed