WELCOME TO Dorset House School
PART OF THE LANCING COLLEGE FAMILY OF SCHOOLS
Welcome
At Dorset House, we aim to provide a magical prep school experience for our pupils in an environment where children are engaged, enthused and inspired. We are often described as a greenhouse not a hot house and we find that pupils grow in confidence in our high challenge/low threat atmosphere.
Our committed and talented staff foster close links between home and school and we know every child well, meaning that we are aware of any successes achieved or issues they are facing.
Our optional flexi and weekly boarding for our Prep children, promote independence.
Happy, confident – not arrogant young people, who can relate to and communicate with others – Dorset House children often win awards and scholarships to senior schools and regularly going on to hold positions of responsibility.
Prospective parents often comment on the warmth of this school and if that is something which is important to your family, please call to make an appointment to visit us. We look forward to meeting you.
Meet the Headmistress
Meet the Headmistress
TOUR THE SITE
TOUR THE SITE
Find Us
Our wonderful Reception teacher, Jess Lake, shares her approach to those all-important first years of school. From the power of play and continuous provision to creating an environment where every child can thrive.
If you’re exploring Reception options for your child, considering a move, or simply curious to discover more about Dorset House, come and experience the school for yourself at A Day in the Life of DH tomorrow.
Saturday 26 September
10am–2pm
There’ll be activities happening throughout the school, with Forest School, sport, science, music, art, cookery and plenty more for children to get involved in.
We’ll also be joined by The Nursery School Company and Lancing College, giving families the opportunity to explore the educational journey from 2–18 years.
It’s a fun community day for the whole family and everyone is very welcome.
We can’t wait to see you tomorrow! 💙
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WE’RE HIRING | Front Office Manager
We’re looking for a warm, organised and approachable Front Office Manager to join our wonderful team at Dorset House.
At the heart of school life, this is a varied and rewarding role for someone who enjoys working with people and brings plenty of initiative, organisation and a friendly, professional approach.
The role will start in January 2027.
For more details and an application pack, please email info@dorsethouseschool.com
Science has certainly started the term with a bang! 💥
For our Year 3s, this term marks their first year of Science lessons in the Prep Science Lab, and our new Head of Science, Mrs Higlett, already has them buzzing with her fantastic experiments.
And we hear she might have a few more surprises up her sleeve for ‘A Day in the Life of DH’ this Saturday…
Saturday 26 September | 10am–2pm
Current and prospective families are very welcome.
Register via the link in our bio.
Join us for our next Discovery Morning on Saturday 26th September.
We are always delighted to welcome visitors. To arrange a personal tour with our Headmistress, Mrs Sarah Sutherland-Booth, please click here to complete an enquiry form or call 01798 831456.
