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  • The Department of Education recognises The Purbeck School as a top 10% A Level provider

    Published 31/03/25

    The Department of Education has published progress scores for all schools across England for their A Level provision.

    The score has placed The Purbeck School (with a score of 0.23) in the top 10% of state schools nationally as an A Level provider. 

    Adam Darley, Headteacher, commented, 'We know that we have a fantastic 6th form offer here. Students are well looked after and we have such expertise in the teaching staff that students gain an excellent academic education that prepares them well for their next steps. This progress score, which places us in the top 10% of state school providers across the country, is recognition of all this hard work.'

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  • Congratulations to our 6th form students in the 2025 RSC Chemistry Olympiad!

    Published 04/04/25

    We are thrilled to announce that our 6th form students have excelled in the 2025 Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) Chemistry Olympiad, bringing home an impressive array of awards. Our talented students have earned 6 Bronze, 2 Silver, and 1 Gold award, showcasing their exceptional skills and dedication to the subject.

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  • Spring in Purbeck

    Published 02/04/25

    As a school, we are proud and privileged to work with the National Trust and other local groups in promoting activities in the surrounding environments that we are fortunate to call home.

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  • The Purbeck School Students Give Back: Over 800 Easter Eggs Donated to Local Charities

    Published 31/03/25

    In a heart-warming display of community spirit and kindness, students from the Purbeck School have come together to provide a generous donation of over 800 Easter eggs to two deserving local charities: Julia’s House and Amelia’s Rainbow. This initiative not only highlights the compassion of the students but also embodies the school’s commitment to fostering a sense of social responsibility amongst the younger generation.

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  • Super 7's Well Done

    Published 31/03/25

    As part of our behaviour policy, in every lesson, each student is given a score.  Students receiving a 7 have exceeded expectations for the lesson. The following week the names of the students will be compiled and they will each receive 7 house points. Shortly after this, they will be presented with their Super 7 wristband which provides them with:

    1. Queue jump for themselves and one friend for all break times and lunch times throughout the week.
    2. An invite for a Friday hot chocolate with the Headteacher and House Leaders.
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  • Easter Fayre 1st Wareham Scouts

    Published 27/03/25

    Saturday 5th April 10-3

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  • 1st Wareham Scouts fundraise for their summer adventure camp

    Published 27/03/25

    1st Wareham Scouts are trying to fundraise for their summer adventure camp Saturday, April 5th 10-3

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  • Singin in the rain jr.

    Published 27/03/25

    The Purbeck School

    Presents

    Singin in the Rain JR,

    7pm

    15th & 16th July 2025

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  • National Trust Leadership course for KS3​​​​​​​

    Published 27/03/25

    The Purbeck School is working with the National Trust to pioneer the first ever Leadership Course for KS3 pupils. Following the success of the level 3 course with sixth formers, we are now delivering a level 2 course to some KS3 pupils.

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  • What Parents & Educators Need to Know about Bluesky Social App

    Published 26/03/25

    This free guide discusses the growing popularity of Bluesky, a public-first microblogging social media platform, and explores what parents and educators can do to ensure children's safety when using the app.

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  • Teacher of French-Spanish

    Published 25/03/25

    ECT/Main Scale/UPS

    Part time – 0.6 - Permanent Contract

    Start date – September 2025

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  • Food Technology Teacher

    Published 25/03/25

    Full Time or Part Time Permanent Contract

    ECT/Main Scale/UPS

    September 2025

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