Durlston Court School
New Milton, Hampshire, South East · BH25 7AQ
A small independent school in New Milton, Hampshire, Durlston Court takes children from the age of two right through to 13, making it a natural choice for families seeking continuity in the prep years. With around 254 pupils on roll, it offers an intimate setting where individual children are easily known. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of "excellent" for both education and personal development, while compliance standards were fully met. Notably, more than three in ten pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a school accustomed to accommodating a range of learning needs.
254
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£20,085
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-13
- Pupils
- 254
- Location
- New Milton, Hampshire, South East
- Website
- www.durlstonschool.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01425 610010
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Richard May
Teaching & academics
The ISI rated the quality of pupils' academic and other achievements as "excellent", the inspectorate's top judgement. The school's broad 2-13 age span allows learning to be built steadily over many years rather than rushed. With 31.1 per cent of pupils on SEN support, the teaching is geared towards adapting to individual needs across a mixed-ability intake.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 31.1%
- EHC plans
- 5.91%
Beyond the classroom
An "excellent" rating for personal development points to a school that values character and wellbeing alongside lessons.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £9,750 - £20,085
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 24 September 2024
The last word
A close-knit prep school for families who want their child known by name from the early years through to 13, backed by top ISI marks and a strong record of supporting individual needs.
The Passmate verdict
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Durlston Court School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Durlston Court School located?
Durlston Court School is located at Becton Lane, Barton-on-Sea, Becton Lane Barton On Sea, New Milton, BH25 7AQ.
What type of school is Durlston Court School?
Durlston Court School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Durlston Court School?
Durlston Court School has approximately 254 pupils on roll.
What is Durlston Court School's inspection rating?
Durlston Court School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 24 September 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.