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Castle Court School Fees

Since September 2026 we have introduced a new fee structure and a re-imagined school day—making a Castle Court education more accessible and even more compelling for families in Dorset. 

Reduction in School Fees

At the heart of this change was a significant reduction in school fees, up to 30% in one year group, alongside a redesigned school day (8.15am–4.30pm) that includes even more enrichment and co-curricular opportunities within core hours. Optional wraparound care, both before school (7.45am to 8.15am) and after school (4.30pm until 6.00pm) remains available to support busy families. 

These strategic changes strengthen our long-term sustainability, allowing us to welcome more pupils while continuing to invest in exceptional teaching, facilities and opportunities—all grounded in our enduring Christian and family values. 

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Castle Court School Fees 2026/27

The following fees are payable per term for the 2026/27 academic year and   include VAT where applicable.

Year Group

 

2025/26 per term

(inc. VAT)

2026/27 per term

(inc. VAT)

Reception

(term after 5th birthday)

 £3,623 £3,623
(Frozen until 2027)
Years 1 & 2 £4,225 £3,834*
(Reduced by 9%*)
Year 3 £7,342 £5,100
(Reduced by 30%)
Year 4 £7,342 £5,490
(Reduced by 25%)
Years 5 & 6 £7,560 £6,294
(Reduced by 17%)
Years 7 & 8 £7,560 £7,074
(Reduced by 6%)

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Nursery Fees & Early Years Funding

Castle Court's Nursery welcomes children aged 2–4, providing a warm and inspiring introduction to life at Castle Court.

Nursery fees vary depending on the number and type of sessions your child attends. Castle Court accepts 15 hours of Early Years funding, and Nursery fees are exempt from VAT.

Our Admissions team can provide an individual fee calculation based on the sessions you require and explain how Early Years funding may apply to your family.

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or please call the admissions team on 01202 694438 to find out more.

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Sibling Discounts

We offer sibling discounts from 7.5% to 15% depending on the number of siblings at the school. These apply in the term after the second or subsequent child ceases to receive the government-funded hours. Please call admissions on 01202 694438 for further information.

Bursaries

In the first instance, contact should be made with the Admissions Registrar. Support with fees is in all cases means-tested and assessed by a sub-committee of governors. The final decision on any award is at the discretion of the Chairman of Governors.

 

If you would like to find out more about this scheme please contact the Admissions team : 01202 694438 or admissions@castlecourt.com

Military Discount 

We are able to offer a discount of 10% to all current and past military personnel. 

If you would like to find out more about this scheme please contact the

Admissions team : 01202 694438 or admissions@castlecourt.com

Optional Items

Individual music tuition (available for most instruments), plus individual dance and drama tuition:

£211 per term

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