The short version
Community special school.
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community special school
- Ages
- 11-18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
Governance
- Head
- Mr L Harmon (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Location
Dorchester, DT2 9PS
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmDorchester Learning Centre
Pupil referral unit · Very close
The Prince of Wales School
Primary · 1.2km away
The Thomas Hardye School
Secondary · 1.6km away
Dorchester Middle School
Middle deemed secondary · 1.7km away
Manor Park Church of England First School
Primary · 2.2km away
St Mary's Catholic First School, Dorchester
Primary · 2.4km away
Damers First School
Primary · 2.5km away
Sunninghill Preparatory School
Independent · 2.6km away
Questions parents ask
What ages does Penwithen School take?
Penwithen School caters for pupils aged 11-18.
Where is Penwithen School?
Penwithen School is in Dorchester, DT2 9PS. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Penwithen School have a sixth form?
No, Penwithen School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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