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Welcome to Kingfisher School

Welcome to Kingfisher School.I’m Jay Hart, Executive Headteacher of these two exceptional special schools, where we place the personal development of every pupil at the heart of everything we do. Our mission is to prepare young people for their next steps in life—whether in education, employment, or independent living—by nurturing their confidence, resilience, and sense of self.We are proud to offer safe, ambitious, and therapeutic environments that take into account the diverse needs of all our pupils. By understanding and supporting these needs, we create the conditions for meaningful learning and personal growth. Our schools are inclusive communities where every child is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.At Kingfisher and Pitcheroak, we believe that education should inspire, challenge, and support. We work in close partnership with families and professionals to ensure that every pupil receives the care and guidance they need to succeed—not just academically, but as well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive contribution to society in whatever way they can.Thank you for visiting our website. I invite you to explore further and discover what makes our schools such special places to learn and grow.Warm regards,Jay HartExecutive HeadteacherKingfisher School & Pitcheroak School

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Suitable Ages

6 to 16

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

2 Total

No. of Boys

2 (100.0%)

No. of Girls

0 (0.0%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

0.0%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

N/A

A*/A grades

N/A


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

79%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

0%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:4%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:0%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:4%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:71%
England:2%

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Alumni Stories

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Harvey

September 2020

Apprenticeship

Left Kingfisher school 6th form July 2022. He wanted to work in construction or
maintenance and was offered an apprenticeship with the Kingfisher school to work
alongside the school caretaker. He is doing really well and benefits from the support
he receives from Dave the Caretaker and has managed the transition from student to
staff member well. He is a happy member of school staff.

Luke

September 2019

Employed

Left school 2021 and initially went to college and had a part time job in a local pub.
He was offered an apprenticeship in the pub and left his placement at college. He
came into talk to students about where he is now. He wished he had appreciated
school more and had achieved more while he was in school. He has now completed
his Hospitality apprenticeship and has a full time job in the pub. He admits it is really
hard work having a job compared to school and advised students to take advantage
of the support they get at school.

Izzy

September 2018

University

Left Kingfisher 2020. Had taken advantage of a college link in Engineering and
decided to enrol on Level 2 Engineering at HOW college. Covid happened during
her first year in college but she coped and has finished her level 2 course now and is
about to start her Level 3 Engineering. She said that Kingfisher gave her a huge
amount of support while in school and also when she had left with follow up calls and
check ups. She is so pleased that she went to college.


Enrichment Activities

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Duke of Edinburgh
Secondary Outreach
British Values

About School

RegionSouth West
Local AuthorityDorset
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed