Special schoolData as of May 2026

Yewstock School

Honeymead Lane, Sturminster Newton, DT10 1EW

Community special school

Pupils

170

Ages

2-19

FSM

49.0%

Capacity

149

Ofsted

Outstanding

Jun 2013

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

0.0%

Writing

0.0%

Maths

0.0%

RWM Combined

0.0%

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 Yewstock School

Yewstock School is a secondary school in Sturminster Newton, Dorset. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2013 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 170 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Honeymead Lane, Sturminster Newton, DT10 1EW | More schools in Dorset

Ofsted inspection history

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

Mar 2023 — School remains Outstanding
Jun 2013 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Yewstock School

What is Yewstock School's Ofsted rating?

Yewstock School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2013 inspection.

What are Yewstock School's latest exam results?

Yewstock School: KS2 2024/25: 0% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Yewstock School located?

Yewstock School is a secondary school in Sturminster Newton, Dorset (DT10 1EW).

How many pupils attend Yewstock School?

Yewstock School has around 170 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Yewstock School with other schools?

View Yewstock 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.