Arbour House School
Dorset, South West · DT4 7QF
Arbour House School is a notably small independent school in Dorset, with just 29 pupils on roll. Its size places it firmly among the most intimate settings a family might consider, where individual attention is a natural consequence of the numbers rather than a marketing promise. The school is mixed, non-denominational and led by Head Ms Julie Perks. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
29
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 29
- Location
- Dorset, South West
- Website
- www.potens-uk.com
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Ms Julie Perks
Teaching & academics
Entry is available at age 11, including via an 11+ assessment. With such a small roll, teaching takes place in compact groups where pupils are likely to be well known to their teachers.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A genuinely small, intimate independent school in Dorset for families who value close attention over scale.
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Arbour House School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Arbour House School located?
Arbour House School is located at 15-17 Glendinning Avenue, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 7QF.
What type of school is Arbour House School?
Arbour House School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Arbour House School?
Arbour House School has approximately 29 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.