Dorchester Learning Centre is a sixth form alternative provision school in Dorchester, South West. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this alternative provision school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
The school has 53 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 0.0%, 0% of pupils eligible for free school meals.
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The teacher turnover rate at Dorchester Learning Centre is 0.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Dorchester Learning Centre has 53 pupils on roll.
0% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Dorchester Learning Centre was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in May 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Dorchester Learning Centre is due for reinspection this year (2026).
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Dorchester Learning Centre's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
48/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
18/mo
38% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 5.4 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 5.3
Bus Stops
2
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.