Bryanston School, Blandford Forum
Bryanston School is an independent school for pupils aged 3 to 18 in Blandford Forum. It has a Church of England religious character. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted; its most recent ISI inspection was a non-routine inspection in February 2026.
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Bryanston School in detail
Bryanston School in its own words
In its own words: "Being part of the Bryanston community is a pivotal and exciting moment in my career. My decision to join the school mirrors the reasons why many families choose it for their children. As parents, we have already experienced the unique impact of this school as our son attended Bryanston before heading to university."
The school runs after-school care until 4:30pm.
Coming up: an open day on Friday 5 March 2027 and an open day on Friday 7 May 2027. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.
All school open days in Dorset
Vision and values (school website)Wraparound care (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Results
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Bryanston School can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other independent schools to Bryanston School are Hanford School (2.8 miles), Clayesmore School (4.6 miles) and Milton Abbey School (5.4 miles).
Where pupils go next
Of the 162 students who left the sixth form in 2023/24, 33% went on to university or other higher education, 1% to apprenticeships and 25% into work.
Who goes there
In 2026, 312 pupils (40.2%) received SEN support and 2 (0.3%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Bryanston School.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 12 crimes within a mile of the school, most often anti-social behaviour, violence and sexual offences and drug offences. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Dorset (25).
Sources: DfE school performance data (averages: state mainstream schools); DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASISI Inspection Reports
Independent schools in England are inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), not Ofsted.
Non-Routine Inspection
27 February 2026
Routine Inspection
29 April 2025
Educational Quality / Focused Compliance
1 February 2022
Regulatory Compliance
23 January 2019
Integrated
22 September 2015
About
Bryanston School is a public school located next to the village of Bryanston, and near the town of Blandford Forum, in Dorset in South West England. It was founded in 1928.
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At a Glance
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Secondary Performance (GCSE)
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Bryanston School can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
GCSE Subjects Offered
2025/26 academic year - entries by number of pupils
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 1 nearby all-through school
Latest from Bryanston School
Bryanston and Ferndown Upper School announce new educational partnership
2 Oct 2026
Pupil report: IB Trip to Weymouth to spark creativity for CAS projects
1 Oct 2026
Bryanston pupil shortlisted for prestigious BBC Young Writers’ Award
22 Sep 2026
Riders Celebrate Continued National and International Success
21 Sep 2026
River Camp Expedition for Year 7s at Bryanston Prep
18 Sep 2026
Bryanston Welcomes 19 Prep Schools to Football Festival
17 Sep 2026
From Bryanston School's website. School Signal is not affiliated with the school.
Social & online
Keep up with Bryanston School
Before and after school care
Clubs on Ofsted's childcare register at or near Bryanston School.
- AscAt the school · Not yet graded
Getting There
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025.
The typical figure for schools in Dorset is 3 (the median across 184 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
85%
Available places
776 pupils
911 places
135 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - Blandford Forum
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Blandford Forum
Across Dorset council
Places available
2,797
Applications
2,105
Got 1st preference
97.9%
Got preferred school
99.0%
All secondary applications across Dorset council (2026/27), not just this school.
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
312
SEN Support
2
EHC Plans
40.5%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
776
Total Pupils
402
Boys
374
Girls
2026 academic year
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Questions parents ask about Bryanston School
What are GCSE results like at Bryanston School?
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Bryanston School can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
When was Bryanston School last inspected?
Bryanston School is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted. Its most recent ISI inspection was a non-routine inspection in February 2026.
How many pupils go to Bryanston School?
Bryanston School has around 776 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Bryanston School?
Bryanston School is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
Does Bryanston School have a breakfast club or after-school club?
Ofsted's childcare register lists an out-of-school club at the school: Asc (registered, not yet graded). The school may also run its own clubs, which don't have to register with Ofsted.
How many road collisions happen near Bryanston School?
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025. The typical figure for schools in Dorset is 3 (the median across 184 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Bryanston School?
Bryanston School is at Bryanston, Blandford Forum, Dorset, DT11 0PX.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)