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Dorset House School

Co-ed
Church of England
Reception - Year 8 (Ages 4-13)
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Situated near Pulborough in West Sussex, Dorset House School is a co-educational preparatory school. Located in the village of Bury, the school offers day, flexi, and weekly boarding options. The school claims to provide a “high challenge, low threat” environment, often describing its ethos as a “greenhouse” rather than a “hot house” to foster pupil confidence. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on art, drama, and music, while the rural setting supports a range of outdoor learning and sporting activities.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Flexi Boarding
Weekly Boarding

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Last updated on 27 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-5.7%

Dorset House School's fees are 5.7% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+7.2%

Dorset House School's fees are 7.2% higher than the county average.

Based on 23 schools in West Sussex and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Founded:1784
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 52%/48% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 25.4% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 126 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:307035
Registered Company No.:00803309
Owner/Stakeholder: Woodard Schools (owner)
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
Common Entrance to Senior
ABRSM
LAMDA
Bursaries offered: Yes
The school provides financial aid through means-tested bursaries for both new applicants and current families who encounter unforeseen financial challenges, with these awards reviewed annually.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Judo
Rounders
Cross Country Course
Swimming Pool (Outdoor)
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
Forest School
Recital Hall
Music Studio
Library

Contact Information

Address

The Manor, Church Lane, Pulborough, West Sussex, RH20 1PB

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General Enquiries

01798 831456

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