Yarrells Preparatory School
URN: 113914 • Poole BH16 5EU
Overview
- Name
- Yarrells Preparatory School
- URN
- 113914
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Clare Cunningham (since 2025) , Head
- Telephone
- 01202622229
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Yarrells House, Poole BH16 5EU
Summary
Yarrells Preparatory School, located in Poole, Dorset, is an independent day school and nursery catering to children aged 2 to 11. With a current enrolment of 258 pupils and a capacity of 305, the school offers a nurturing environment that prioritises pupil wellbeing and personal development. The curriculum is designed to provide a balanced mix of academic and creative learning, fostering effective communication and artistic skills across various media.
The school features a seamless transition from nursery to Reception, ensuring that children receive consistent support throughout their early years. Yarrells also promotes outdoor learning through its newly established Forest School, enhancing the educational experience with hands-on activities in a natural setting.
Yarrells is committed to creating a strong sense of community, offering various parent and toddler sessions and encouraging family involvement in school activities. The school aims to celebrate each child's individuality, preparing them for future academic success while instilling a lifelong love of learning. For more information, visit their website at www.yarrells.co.uk.
The school features a seamless transition from nursery to Reception, ensuring that children receive consistent support throughout their early years. Yarrells also promotes outdoor learning through its newly established Forest School, enhancing the educational experience with hands-on activities in a natural setting.
Yarrells is committed to creating a strong sense of community, offering various parent and toddler sessions and encouraging family involvement in school activities. The school aims to celebrate each child's individuality, preparing them for future academic success while instilling a lifelong love of learning. For more information, visit their website at www.yarrells.co.uk.
Useful links
- Exceptional Results, Personalised Learning: Preparing Every Child for Success at Senior School! Featured News (sen)
- Senior Prep Age 9 - 11 (sen)
- Calendar, News & Dates (calendar)
- Press Releases (calendar)
- School Calendar (What's On) (calendar)
- School Gallery (calendar)
- Term Dates (calendar)
- Yarrells Life 2024-25 (calendar)
- Yarrells News (calendar)
- Meet our Admissions Registrar, Kristal Bowdler News (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Arts University Bournemouth (70.2)
- Bournemouth University (70.2)
- Langside School (62.1)
- The Quay School (58.9)
- Winchelsea School (57.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 258 | 122 | 136 | 305 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 256 | 125 | 131 | 305 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 259 | 141 | 118 | 305 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 259 | 141 | 118 | 305 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 253 | 130 | 123 | 305 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 258 | 139 | 119 | 305 | 0.00 |
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