Harbour Vale School

Harbour Vale School is an academy alternative provision located on Simons Road, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 4DN. It caters to a mixed-gender student body aged 5 to 16 years, with a capacity for 38 pupils, though the current enrollment stands at 18. The school serves the North Dorset area, providing education to students who cannot attend mainstream schools full-time due to various reasons, including permanent exclusions or specific medical needs. Harbour Vale School emphasizes a child-centered approach, encapsulated in its motto 'Believe, Achieve, Succeed,' aiming to help students overcome learning barriers and achieve success both academically and socially. The school does not have a religious character and does not provide boarding facilities. It is situated in a rural setting, contributing to a calm and focused learning environment.