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United Kingdom — West Sussex

Dorset House School

The Manor, Church Lane
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Annual Fees$ 2,968 – $ 6,202
Ages4 – 13

Dorset House School is an international school in Pulborough, United Kingdom. Founded in 1919. It serves 126 students for students aged 4–13. Annual tuition ranges from $2,968 to $6,202 USD.

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Location & Getting There

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Dorset House School — Campus
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Dorset House School — Classrooms

NanaSays Scorecard

Est. 1919
Year Founded
126
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available
Scholarships Available

Key Details

Accreditations
ISI
Languages of Instruction
English

Scholarships Available

Merit-based Scholarships

Academic, music and sporting scholarships awarded annually to considerable number of pupils

Academic Performance

Standards Met
ISI
Pastoral: Excellent personal development (ISI 2018)

ISI Inspection Report

Dorset House School meets all Independent School Standards across leadership, governance, education quality, pupils' health and wellbeing, and safeguarding. The school provides a well-balanced curriculum with extensive extra-curricular provision, and pupils make good progress due to skilled teaching and strong pastoral support. Areas identified for improvement include ensuring consistent teacher feedback and providing boarders with clearer contact information for independent support.

ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Leaders fulfill their responsibilities to promote pupils' wellbeing effectively
Pupils experience a suitably broad and balanced curriculum with extensive extra-curricular programme including clubs, performances, sports and educational visits
Staff in the early years provide teaching that builds effectively upon individual children's needs and enables them to make good progress
Pupils typically make good progress in their work due to the expertise and enthusiasm of teaching
Pupils develop high levels of self-esteem and self-confidence
Boarders' emotional wellbeing is effectively promoted due to staff vigilance, dedication and consistent care
The premises and accommodation are maintained to a high standard
The school fosters a culture of tolerance and understanding towards people representing diverse cultures and backgrounds
Safeguarding arrangements are thorough with effective staff training and pupil reporting mechanisms
Areas for Development
Provide clear information to boarders so that they can easily contact the independent person, if required
Ensure that teachers' feedback to pupils, including through marking, consistently provides pupils with clear guidance about the steps they should take to improve their work
View Full ISI Report (2026-02-03)

Key facts

Founded
1919
Ages
4–13 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
126
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Dorset House School is one of the oldest prep schools in the United Kingdom, founded in 1784 and located in the South Downs National Park in West Sussex. This small co-educational day and boarding school for ages 4-13 with fewer than 150 pupils provides a nurturing, inclusive environment where pupils consistently gain competitive entry to senior independent schools.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

  • Small school size with one form entry
  • Historic 12th century manor house setting
  • Nurturing, inclusive community
  • Strong senior school placement record
  • Academic, music and sporting scholarships
  • Flexi boarding option
  • 16-acre site in South Downs

Fees & Financials

£2,337 – £4,885 (day fees; boarding rates on enquiry)

Original currency: £2,337 – £4,885 (day fees; boarding rates on enquiry).

Facilities & Programmes

Sports
Swimming Pool
Astroturf
Playing Fields
Arts
Music
Academic
Modern Teaching Blocks

Student Demographics

School Type
co-ed
Age Range
4 – 13
Student Body
Boarding capacity28

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Sports Programme

Facilities
Swimming PoolAstroturfPlaying Fields

Frequently Asked Questions

The annual fees at Dorset House School are £2,337 – £4,885 (day fees; boarding rates on enquiry) per academic year.