The Forum School
Blandford Forum, Dorset, South West · DT11 0QS
With just 24 pupils on its roll, The Forum School is among the smallest independent schools a family might consider, offering a setting where individual attention is built into the very scale of the place. This mixed, non-denominational school in Blandford Forum, Dorset, takes boarders as well as day pupils. Entry is available at age 11, and the school is inspected by the ISI. The intimate size will appeal to families seeking a closely supported environment rather than the bustle of a larger institution.
24
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 24
- Location
- Blandford Forum, Dorset, South West
- Website
- https://www.cambiangroup.com/specialist-education/our-schools/autism-schools/the-forum-school/
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Teaching & academics
As an ISI-inspected independent school admitting pupils from age 11, The Forum School works within the standards expected of the independent sector. Its very small roll allows teaching to be tailored closely to each child.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- Yes
The last word
A genuinely small, mixed boarding and day school in Dorset, best suited to families who value close attention over scale.
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The Forum School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Forum School located?
The Forum School is located at Shillingstone, Blandford Forum, DT11 0QS.
What type of school is The Forum School?
The Forum School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend The Forum School?
The Forum School has approximately 24 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.