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Welcome

I’m Headteacher Philip Jones and I am delighted to welcome you to our school. There is something very special about Ferndown Upper School and we are incredibly proud of students and their achievements.

As you navigate your way around our site, I hope that it will give you a clear idea of our values and of the opportunities available to all who study here. Where everyone works together to make Ferndown a safe, happy and engaging place to learn.

  • Best Dorset GCSE Results 2019 - 2023
  • Dorset and BCP's First T Level Provider
  • Pearson Secondary Teacher of the year 2024
  • Oversubscribed for the 7th Consecutive Year

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We have been selected as one of a few schools across the country to feature in the launch of a new website that supports young people with advice and guidance with dealing with mental health.

@JAAQ focus on just asking a question, by asking a question, people can get answers that normalises their feelings and worries. We were fortunate enough to be a part of shaping these conversations for younger audiences. 8 of our Year 9 and Year 10 students featured in filming which will be released later in the year and represented the Ferndown Family brilliantly!

To find out more about JAAQ, please do have a look at their website - jaaq.org/home

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We have been selected as one of a few schools across the country to feature in the launch of a new website that supports young people with advice and guidance with dealing with mental health. 

@JAAQ focus on just asking a question, by asking a question, people can get answers that normalises their feelings and worries. We were fortunate enough to be a part of shaping these conversations for younger audiences. 8 of our Year 9 and Year 10 students featured in filming which will be released later in the year and represented the Ferndown Family brilliantly!

To find out more about JAAQ, please do have a look at their website - https://jaaq.org/home 

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🎉 Our Year 9s joined Heads of Houses yesterday for a fantastic session filled with Bingo, Raffles and Quizzes! 🏆🎟️

There was a mountain of prizes up for grabs - and plenty more waiting for our Year 10s, who'll be joining us this Wednesday!

Let the fun (and winning) continue! 🙌✨
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🎉 Our Year 9s joined Heads of Houses yesterday for a fantastic session filled with Bingo, Raffles and Quizzes! 🏆🎟️

There was a mountain of prizes up for grabs - and plenty more waiting for our Year 10s, wholl be joining us this Wednesday!

Let the fun (and winning) continue! 🙌✨

We're hiring! 🎉

Applications to be made via our website - fernup.dorset.sch.uk/2025/06/13/science-technician-for-biology-job-vacancy/

Closing date - 29th June 2025
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Were hiring! 🎉

Applications to be made via our website - https://fernup.dorset.sch.uk/2025/06/13/science-technician-for-biology-job-vacancy/ 

Closing date - 29th June 2025
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Pearson National Teaching Awards

Robotics Team From Dorset Wins First Tech Challenge UK

Judged ALPs Outstanding for our Sixth Form Provision

Best GCSE Results in Dorset and the Best Upper School in the Country 2019 – 2023

Judged ALPs Outstanding for our Sixth Form Provision

Best GCSE Results in Dorset and the Best Upper School in the Country 2019 – 2023

What's Happening at Ferndown Upper School?

Location & Contact

Ferndown Upper School
Cherry Grove
Ferndown
Dorset
BH22 9EY
Tel: 01202 871 243
Email: school@fernup.dorset.sch.uk

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Virtual Tour

Come and ‘see’ our outstanding School, take a virtual tour to find out more about both our lower School and Sixth Form provisions.

“This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff, governors and volunteers are required to have an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check in line with the Governments Safer Recruitment guidelines.”