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Leweston School

Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6EN

School Information

Situated in 46 acres of stunning Dorset parkland, Leweston is a Catholic independent day and boarding school welcoming girls aged 2 18 and boys aged 2 - 7, although co-education is currently being rolled out in the Prep School and boys will be welcomed to age 11 by 2014. Leweston offers an academic education in an environment which is both stimulating and inspiring. Leweston pupils go on to contribute to society in many different ways reflecting the many and varied opportunities placed before them at school.

General Information

Gender:	Girls only
Day/Boarding:	Full Boarding, Weekly Boarding, Day
Age Range - Boys:
Age Range - Girls:	Prep, Senior, Sixth
Size:	227
School Inspection Report:	Latest Inspection Report
ISC Association:	GSA

Date:	15/03/2012
Start:	10:00
Finish:	14:00
Address:	Leweston School, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6EN
Contact's Name:	Chiara Damant
Contact's Phone Number:	01963 211010
Contact's Email:	admissions@leweston.dorset.sch.uk
Url:	www.leweston.co.uk
Description:	Spring Term Nursery and Prep Open Morning 2012 : Find out more about Leweston’s Nursery and Prep at this fun-filled Easter themed morning! Chat to our staff whilst your little ones enjoy Easter crafty activities. Hear from the Head and see the school 'in action'.
How to register:	If you would like to attend or if you would like more information please contact the Registrar, Mrs Chiara Damant on 01963 211010 or email admissions@leweston.dorset.sch.uk.

Date:	07/05/2012
Start:	9:45
Finish:	14:00
Address:	Leweston School, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6EN
Contact's Name:	Chiara Damant
Contact's Phone Number:	01963 211010
Contact's Email:	admissions@leweston.dorset.sch.uk
Url:	www.leweston.co.uk
Description:	Joint School Open Day: Leweston School and Leweston Prep host Open Days for prospective pupils and their families throughout the academic year. Open Days provide you with the opportunity to see the school 'in action', ask any questions you may have and most importantly enable you to find out first hand what our school can offer your child.
How to register:	If you would like to attend or if you would like more information please contact the Registrar, Mrs Chiara Damant on 01963 211010 or email admissions@leweston.dorset.sch.uk.

Fees per term

Boarding (£):	5795 - 7875
Day (£):	4885 - 5090

Entry Requirements & Financial Assistance

Entry Requirements:	None, Scholarship Exam, Interview
Scholarships, Bursaries:	Academic scholarships, Bursaries for new entrants, Art scholarships, Music scholarships, H M Forces discounts, Sixth Form scholarships & bursaries, Sport scholarships, All Rounder awards, Drama scholarships, Science/Technology scholarships, Hardship awards for existing pupils

Age Ranges & Pupil Numbers

	Boarding		Day		Sixth Form
	Boys	Girls	Boys	Girls	Boys	Girls
Age Range		11 - 19		11 - 18
Pupil Numbers		88		139		66

Subjects taught

Art, Biology, Business Studies/Finance, Chemistry, Chinese, Computing/ICT, Critical Thinking, Design and Technology (DT), Drama/Theatre Studies, Economics, EFL/ESL, English Language, English Literature, French, Further Mathematics, General Studies, Geography, German, Government/Politics, Greek, History, History of Art, Home Econ/Food & Nutrition, Latin, Mathematics, Music, Other Subjects, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Religious Studies, Spanish, Sports Science, Textiles and Fashion

Facilities

All Weather Pitch, Art & Technology Centre, Astroturf, Athletics track, CDT Centre, Chapel, Common Room, Conference facilities, Drama Studio, Fine art facilities, Gymnasium, IT Suite, Library, Music Centre, Playing Fields on-site, Science laboratories, Sports Hall, Squash Courts, Swimming Pool (open air), Tennis Courts, Theatre

Activities

Art, Ballet/Dance, Bell ringing, Board games, Ceramics, Chess, Choir, Community Service, Computing/IT, Cookery, Creative Writing, Debating/Public Speaking, Drama/Theatre Studies, Knitting, Life Saving/First Aid, Music with theory, Orchestra/Band, Orienteering, Outdoor Pursuits, Photography, Pottery, Printing, Riding, Science club, Skiing, Textiles, The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, Theatre trips, Yoga

Sports

Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Cricket, Cross Country, Fitness Training, Football, Gymnastics, Hockey, Horse Riding, Martial Arts, Netball, Rounders, Rugby, Sailing, Shooting, Squash, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball

Travel Information

Map: www.multimap.co.uk
Nearest Train Station: Less than 15 minutes
Nearest Airport: 60-120 minutes
Location: Rural

Miscellaneous Information

Religious Affiliation:	Roman Catholic
Dietary Catered For:	Other, Vegans, Vegetarians

Reference Numbers

ISC Reference Number:	94742
DfE Reference Number:	835 / 6025