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The Thomas Hardye School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Thomas Hardye School is a academy converter secondary school in Dorchester, Dorset , serving pupils aged 13–18, with 2051 pupils, and a capacity of 2138 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

13–18

Age range

2,051

Pupils

2,138

Capacity

96%

Fill rate

The Thomas Hardye School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Thomas Hardye School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Dorset. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 96% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Dorset before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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The Thomas Hardye School — School Information

Full address
Queen's Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2ET
Local authority
Dorset
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
13–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
18.8% of pupils
DfE URN
137163

Other Secondary Schools in Dorchester

If The Thomas Hardye School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Dorchester are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Thomas Hardye School

Is The Thomas Hardye School oversubscribed?

The Thomas Hardye School is operating close to its capacity of 2138 places (96% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Thomas Hardye School?

Admission to The Thomas Hardye School is managed by Dorset. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does The Thomas Hardye School cover?

The Thomas Hardye School is a secondary school in Dorchester, Dorset, serving pupils aged 13–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.