WELCOME TO Dorset House School
PART OF THE LANCING COLLEGE FAMILY OF SCHOOLS
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 Headmistress
Meet the Headmistress
TOUR THE SITE
TOUR THE SITE
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A great week back on the sports pitches in the sunshine 🏏
A strong day for our riders at the NSEA competition at @coombelands_equestrian with wins, placings and Nationals qualification secured.
Strong performances across cricket, including a 10-run win for Colts A, a draw for our U8 & 9s, and a half century in the senior matches, alongside great progress and confidence building across all year groups.
Our Year 5–8 girls also enjoyed a cricket training session at @lancing_college with Mr Gould, the new Head of Cricket and former Sussex CCC player, taking part in dynamic and fun drills and games.
A great first golf tournament of the season for our Year 8 boys at @windleshamhouse , alongside @lancingprep.worthing with the focus on enjoying the game and playing in great spirits ⛳️
A really positive start to the term, with plenty more to come 👏
A lovely day at the Parham Races & Family Fun Day ☀️🐎
Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Dorset House gazebo to say hello. It was so nice to see so many familiar and new faces.
A big well done to everyone who took part, including our very own Sam C, who placed third in one of the sponsored Dorset House School Pony Races.
#parhamraces #dorsethouseschool #SchoolCommunity #communityevents #familyfunday
Monday morning music with Year 1 🎶
A new piece introduced today with Mr Marconi.
The children quickly memorised the melody, showing a strong awareness of pitch and rhythm. We explored “tired” and “energetic” versions, playing with tempo and listening carefully to how the music changes.
They kept the beat using bells and Boomwhackers, showing great coordination, as well as confident turn-taking and teamwork throughout.
Most of all, they had great fun! 🎶
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Dorset House Open Morning
Friday 15th May | 9:30am to 12 noon
Bookings via the link in our bio or on our website
Our next Open Morning will be in March 2026...
...but visitors are always welcome. Please call the school to arrange an appointment (01798 831456)
