Headteacher’s Welcome

The Blandford School is a vibrant, warm, and successful community school set within beautiful grounds in the heart of the Blandford community. We are proud to serve our local area by providing students with the very best educational start in life.

Our mission is clear: to help every student achieve the highest outcomes they are capable of, while developing the independence, confidence, and skills they need to thrive in life beyond the school gates. We believe education is a partnership between school, students, and family — and together, we create the conditions for success.

We are proud of our many significant strengths. Our GCSE results consistently exceed national averages, and our Sixth Form outcomes rank among the best in the country. Beyond the classroom, we offer a rich and varied programme of extra-curricular activities and a dynamic super curriculum at Key Stage 5, ensuring students have opportunities to explore their interests and talents.

At the heart of our approach is a commitment to high standards and clear expectations — in uniform, attendance, punctuality, and focus on learning. We foster a culture where students feel connected to the school and take pride in being part of our community.

We believe in celebrating progress and achievement, and we use educational research to shape teaching & learning, systems and structures that support every learner. Our students understand the importance of their role in their own success: they are expected to attend punctually, engage fully in their learning, and take responsibility for their choices, actions and approach to education.

We also recognise the vital role families play. When school and home work in partnership, we create consistency and clarity for young people — helping them to flourish both academically and personally.

We are proud to have a highly skilled and dedicated team of teachers and support staff at The Blandford School. Their experience, commitment, and deep connection to our school community are central to our continued success. We place great value on professional development, drawing on the latest educational research to continually evolve our practice and ensure we provide the very best learning experiences for all our students.

We have excellent facilities and believe that school should be a place where both students and staff thrive — where learning is inspiring, relationships are strong, and everyone feels part of a collective effort. These are exciting times at The Blandford School, and we look forward to welcoming you and sharing the next evolution of our school.