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The Forum School

The Forum School, Blandford Forum
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The Forum School

Shillingstone, Blandford Forum, DT11 0QS

An independent special school in Blandford Forum.

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Pupils
24
Ages
7-19
Capacity
66

Inspected by ISI, not Ofsted

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Inspection
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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
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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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About The Forum School

The Forum School is a secondary school in Blandford Forum, Dorset. The school has around 24 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Frequently asked questions about The Forum School

Where is The Forum School located?
The Forum School is a secondary school in Blandford Forum, Dorset (DT11 0QS).
How many pupils attend The Forum School?
The Forum School has around 24 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Forum School with other schools?
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