Schools in Shaftesbury
There are 9 schools in Shaftesbury on the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, including 6 primary and 1 secondary schools, across 2 local authorities. Every name links to the school's official record (data retrieved 5 June 2026).
A register, not an admissions guide
Primary schools in Shaftesbury (6)
- Ludwell Primary SchoolAcademy sponsor led · SP7 9ND
- Motcombe CofE Primary SchoolAcademy converter · SP7 9NT
- Semley Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary SchoolVoluntary aided school · SP7 9AU
- Shaftesbury Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy converter · SP7 8PZ
- St Andrew's Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy sponsor led · SP7 0PF
- The Abbey CofE VA Primary School, ShaftesburyVoluntary aided school · SP7 8HQ
Secondary schools in Shaftesbury (1)
- Shaftesbury SchoolAcademy converter · SP7 8ER
Other phases in Shaftesbury (2)
- Coombe House SchoolOther independent special school · SP7 9LP
- Port Regis Preparatory SchoolOther independent school · SP7 9QA
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Frequently asked questions
How many schools are there in Shaftesbury?
The Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register lists 9 open schools with a Shaftesbury address (as of 5 June 2026), including 6 primary and 1 secondary schools. Schools open, close and convert over time, so always check the official record for the latest position.
Does living in Shaftesbury guarantee a place at these schools?
No. Each school's admissions are governed by its own policy and the local authority's coordinated process. Distance is often a tie-breaker behind criteria like siblings, faith and catchment, so being nearby helps but never guarantees a place. Always check the school's current admissions policy and last year's cut-off distance.
Where does this list come from?
Every school on this page comes from the Department for Education's official Get Information about Schools register, retrieved on 5 June 2026. Each name links to the school's official record, which is the place to verify details before relying on them.
How do I check the distance from a home to a school in Shaftesbury?
Use our free Find Schools Near a Postcode tool to see every school within a chosen radius of a postcode, or the School Distance Calculator to measure a specific home-to-school distance. Both use straight-line distance, which is a planning aid — local authorities may measure differently for admissions.