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Clayesmore SchoolBlandford Road, Iwerne Minster, DT11 8LL, Dorset01747 813111 |
admissions@clayesmore.comwww.clayesmore.com |
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| School type |
Co-educational Day & Boarding Preparatory, Senior & Sixth Form |
| Head of School | Mrs Jo Thomson |
| Co-ed Age Range | 7-18 years |
| Number of pupils | 440 |
| Prep Day | £5,781 - £7,389 per term (incl. VAT) |
| Prep Boarding | £11,298 per term (incl. VAT) |
| Senior Day | £11,890 per term (incl. VAT) |
| Senior Boarding | £16,503 per term (incl. VAT) |
| Average Class Size | 15 |
| Associations | BSA, HMC, IAPS, ISBA, ISC |
An Education Designed Around the Individual
Success doesn't look the same for every child... and at Clayesmore, that's the point. Set in the heart of Dorset, Clayesmore has spent over 130 years helping young people uncover what success means to them. Academic excellence is just one part of a wider educational journey that supports personal growth, confidence and self-belief.
This is a school where every person is known – not just by name, but for who they are. Teachers take time to understand each child's strengths, challenges and aspirations, creating an environment where individuals are seen, supported and encouraged to thrive.
The journey begins in the Prep School, where a structured and nurturing setting gives younger individuals a strong foundation. Early access to specialist teaching in subjects like art, music, languages and sport sets the tone for a rich and balanced education.
As they move into the Senior School, they encounter a curriculum that challenges and inspires. From the creative arts and sciences to sport and outdoor education, there's space for every individual to shine. The LEX enrichment programme and Duke of Edinburgh's Award offer meaningful opportunities to stretch beyond the classroom, helping young people build resilience, leadership and independence.
In the Sixth Form, students choose from a broad selection of A-levels and BTECs, taught in small groups with expert guidance. The end result? Strong exam outcomes, alongside confident, grounded young adults ready to take their next step.
Individual success starts with individual attention, and at Clayesmore, exceptional pastoral care sits at the heart of everything we do. As one parent shared: "Our daughter arrived reserved and unsure. Two years later, she left with top results, her first-choice university place, a renewed self-confidence, and friendships that will last a lifetime."
Set on an expansive and picturesque campus, Clayesmore provides pupils with access to outstanding facilities – including a 25m swimming pool, an astro pitch, a state-of-the-art gym, and purpose-built laboratories and creative studios. This is a school designed to inspire exploration, giving every individual the space, support and encouragement to discover who they are and all they can become.
If you're looking for more than results – for a school that recognises your child's unique potential – Clayesmore is where they thrive.
Join us for our Open Day on Saturday 20 September and discover what makes Clayesmore unique.