Special schoolData as of May 2026

Mountjoy School

Tunnel Road, Beaminster, DT8 3HB

Community special school

Pupils

112

Ages

4-19

FSM

41.1%

Capacity

110

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2022

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

N/A

Writing

N/A

Maths

N/A

RWM Combined

N/A

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

N/A

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

N/A

Basics 9-5

N/A

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

DfE school-level GCSE grade distribution is available from 2023/24 onwards; no data for earlier years

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Community & Reviews

What parents say and who teaches here

Parent Reviews

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About Mountjoy School

Mountjoy School is a secondary school in Beaminster, Dorset. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). The school has around 112 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Tunnel Road, Beaminster, DT8 3HB | More schools in Dorset

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Mountjoy School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2022 — Good
Oct 2021 — School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Feb 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Mountjoy School

What is Mountjoy School's Ofsted rating?

Mountjoy School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.

Where is Mountjoy School located?

Mountjoy School is a secondary school in Beaminster, Dorset (DT8 3HB).

How many pupils attend Mountjoy School?

Mountjoy School has around 112 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Mountjoy School with other schools?

View Mountjoy School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Dorset.