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Ringwood Waldorf School
Independent school · Dorset
| Address | Folly Farm Lane, Ashley, Ringwood, BH24 2NN |
|---|---|
| Ages | 2–19 |
| Pupils | 248 |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Boarding | No boarders |
| Phone | 01425472664 |
| Website | https://www.ringwoodwaldorfschool.org.uk |
Term dates
Source: school website · checked 2026-10-16
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2026-27
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Michaelmas 1 | Thu 3 Sep 2026 | Fri 16 Oct 2026 |
| Michaelmas 2 | Tue 3 Nov 2026 | Thu 17 Dec 2026 |
| Spring 1 | Mon 11 Jan 2027 | Fri 12 Feb 2027 |
| Spring 2 | Mon 22 Feb 2027 | Thu 25 Mar 2027 |
| Summer 1 | Mon 19 Apr 2027 | Fri 28 May 2027 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 7 Jun 2027 | Fri 9 Jul 2027 |
INSET days: Mon 2 Nov 2026
Last days in school and return days are stated explicitly. Bank holiday (school closed) Mon 3 May. School resumes Thu 2 Sep 2027.
Fees 2026-27
Fees per term (including VAT).
| Year group | Fee |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten (age 5 and above) | £2,970.00 |
| Class 1 | £3,402.00 |
| Class 2 | £3,706.00 |
| Class 3 | £3,946.00 |
| Classes 4 – 8 | £4,364.00 |
| Classes 9 – 12 | £4,741.00 |
| Kindergarten 3 mornings (with Early Years Funding) | £1,000.00 |
| Kindergarten 4 mornings (with Early Years Funding) | £1,467.00 |
| Kindergarten 5 mornings (with Early Years Funding) | £2,056.00 |
Registration fee: £114.00
Deposit: £1,000.00
Termly 'financial contributions' including 20% VAT; Kindergarten morning amounts include VAT where applicable and are stated as calculated for 2026-27 with Early Years Funding. Annual: Kindergarten 5+ £8,910 to Classes 9-12 £14,223. Registration fee £114 first child, £60 subsequent (non-refundable, inc. VAT). Refundable deposit £1,000 per child in Classes 1-12, £700 in Kindergarten (admissions page instead states £700 for one child, £1000 for two or more). Kindergarten afternoon sessions £20 each (2026-27).
Source: school fees page
Admissions
Submit an application with birth certificate, latest school report and any SEN reports, plus the registration fee; a waitlist applies if the class is full. Taster days may be offered from Class 1 upwards, then a family admissions interview with two teachers. If agreed, a place is offered with an Admission Agreement and refundable deposit; the first half term is a trial.
- Taster days (Class 1 and above, where space)
- Admissions interview with two teachers (about 1 hour)
Source: school admissions page
School bus routes
| Route | Areas served | First pick-up |
|---|---|---|
| School Minibus | Bournemouth |
Cost: £3.75 per trip, per child
Source: school transport page
School details from the Department for Education's register (Open Government Licence). Term dates from the school's own published calendar; always confirm with the school.