Cranbourne
URN: 116432 • Basingstoke RG21 3NP
Overview
- Name
- Cranbourne
- URN
- 116432
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sarah Conlon (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01256868600
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Wessex Close, Basingstoke RG21 3NP
Summary
Cranbourne School is a mixed community secondary school located in Basingstoke, Hampshire, catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 987 pupils, the school has a capacity of 900 and promotes a culture of respect, inclusivity, and excellence. The school’s ethos is built around the values of creativity, challenge, care, and community, fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally.
The curriculum at Cranbourne is diverse, supported by excellent facilities including expansive playing fields, a swimming pool, and dedicated spaces for music and hair and beauty studies. The school is committed to the well-being of all students, offering tailored support through its SEN Department and a specialist unit for students with Dyslexia, ensuring that every child feels safe and valued.
Cranbourne School actively engages with the local community, encouraging student leadership and participation in various initiatives. The school hosts events that connect students with local professionals, aiming to inspire and broaden their horizons. This commitment to community involvement and holistic development underlines Cranbourne's dedication to nurturing well-rounded individuals.
The curriculum at Cranbourne is diverse, supported by excellent facilities including expansive playing fields, a swimming pool, and dedicated spaces for music and hair and beauty studies. The school is committed to the well-being of all students, offering tailored support through its SEN Department and a specialist unit for students with Dyslexia, ensuring that every child feels safe and valued.
Cranbourne School actively engages with the local community, encouraging student leadership and participation in various initiatives. The school hosts events that connect students with local professionals, aiming to inspire and broaden their horizons. This commitment to community involvement and holistic development underlines Cranbourne's dedication to nurturing well-rounded individuals.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Report a Student Absence (sen)
- The School Immunisation Team will be at Cranbourne on Friday 10 October to administer the Nasal Flu Vaccination to all year groups. You have until Wednesday 8 October to complete the e-consent form: https://www.healthforkids.co.uk/hampshire/annual-nasal (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Brighton Hill Community School (65.4)
- Bishop Challoner Catholic Secondary School (65.0)
- The Costello School (59.3)
- The Vyne Community School (58.1)
- Everest Community Academy (50.4)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 987 | 499 | 488 | 900 | 27.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 809 | 420 | 389 | 900 | 25.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 557 | 293 | 264 | 900 | 32.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 557 | 293 | 264 | 900 | 32.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 535 | 271 | 264 | 900 | 27.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 593 | 303 | 290 | 900 | 21.90 |
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