Ringwood Waldorf School

A other independent school school in Dorset. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Ringwood Waldorf School.

Ringwood, BH242NN Age 3-19 Mixed intake
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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
Folly Farm Lane
Ashley
Ringwood, BH242NN

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
113943
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Independent
Address
Folly Farm Lane, Ashley, Ringwood, BH24 2NN
Age range
3-19
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Capacity
314 pupils
Setting
Smaller rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

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Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
250

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
8 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
15
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
250 pupils
3-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Nurturing bright young futures with confidence, creativity, and compassion"

creativity critical thinking lifelong love of learning heart mind spirit confidence compassion moral integrity self-discovery

Waldorf (Steiner) education ethos; broad Steiner curriculum

Curriculum Highlights

Waldorf curriculum balances academic, artistic, and practical subjects to activate each child’s potential. Curriculum integrates storytelling, art, music, nature science, and hands-on activities across age ranges. Upper School offers Maths and English GCSEs alongside portfolio-based GCSE and A-Level equivalencies.

Wraparound Care

After-School Care: Yes

After School Provision for Classes 1–12 is available Monday–Wednesday from the end of the school day until 5:15pm. Kindergarten Afternoon Sessions run 12:45pm–3:30pm (cost £17 per session; lunch included; ad hoc bookings possible). Classes 1–5 Afternoon Sessions run 1:00pm–3:15pm (no extra cost; lunch not provided). Term-time after-school care for Classes 1–12 is available from the end of the school day until 5:15pm; bookings/queries via [email protected] or [email protected].

Admissions Criteria

Admissions process: (1) Book a Call and Visit to speak with Admissions; (2) Submit an Application with documents: birth certificate, latest school report, and any SEN/educational psychology or SENCo reports if applicable; an admissions registration fee of £114 (£95 + 20% VAT) for the first child and £60 (£50 + 20% VAT) for each subsequent sibling; if class is full, waitlist offered; (3) Taster Days available from Class 1 if space; (4) Admissions Interview with two teachers; (5) Offer of a Place with a refundable family deposit; deposits £700 for one child and £1000 for two or more children; (6) Join Us & Start with Class Parents support and Parents’ Handbook.

Financial Information

Bursaries: Not listed

The school operates on a Financial Contribution basis. An admissions deposit of £700 for one child or £1000 for two or more children. Further information on Financial Contributions can be found on the Finances page.

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