WELCOME TO Dorset House School
"...this is a school that really does empower"
(Tatler Schools Guide)

Welcome
At Dorset House, we aim to provide a magical prep school experience for our pupils in an environment where children are engaged, enthused and inspired. We are often described as a greenhouse not a hot house and we find that pupils grow in confidence in our high challenge/low threat atmosphere.
Our committed and talented staff foster close links between home and school and we know every child well, meaning that we are aware of any successes achieved or issues they are facing.
Our optional flexi and weekly boarding for our Prep children, promote independence.
Happy, confident – not arrogant young people, who can relate to and communicate with others – Dorset House children often win awards and scholarships to senior schools and regularly going on to hold positions of responsibility.
Prospective parents often comment on the warmth of this school and if that is something which is important to your family, please call to make an appointment to visit us. We look forward to meeting you.
Meet the Headmaster and pupils
Meet the Headmaster and pupils
TOUR THE SITE
TOUR THE SITE
Find Us
What a great message to receive from Dr Helen Wright, Chair, Independent Schools of the Year 2025, on the last day of term!
`I am delighted to inform you that Dorset House School has been shortlisted for Small Independent School of the Year.`
Needless to say, we are thrilled!

Thank you to everyone who sponsored our children and a group of hardy parents who walked and ran in aid of @chestnuttreehouse Tree House earlier this term. A special `thank you` also goes to our `DH Dads` past and present who played cricket recently and raised £500 towards the wonderful total of £3196.62.
This morning, Nicky, from Chestnut Tree House came to speak to us about the work done at this wonderful place and she is photographed here with Mrs White, our Charity Coordinator.

Well done Sims! We think this is the first time this house has won the house cup and so earned an outing to @paultonspark They are having a great time and it is well deserved.
House points are collected throughout the year with academic, sporting and musical achievements contributing to the total. Joint ventures such as sports days, house music, swimming galas and even the pancake race count too.

Our next Open Morning will be in September 2025...
...but visitors are always welcome. Please call the school to arrange an appointment (01798 831456)