Cantell School
URN: 116469 • Southampton SO16 3GJ
Overview
- Name
- Cantell School
- URN
- 116469
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Aspire Community Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 67.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Harry Kutty (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02380323111
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Violet Road, Southampton SO16 3GJ
Summary
Cantell School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Southampton, with a current enrolment of 1,288 students against a capacity of 1,250. The school prides itself on being inclusive and reflective of the diverse local community, offering a comprehensive education that caters to a wide range of student needs. With a significant percentage of pupils (43.3%) eligible for free school meals, Cantell demonstrates a commitment to supporting all learners.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Harry Kutty, the school fosters a supportive environment that encourages student engagement and achievement. Recent initiatives include workshops for Year 11 students focused on post-16 options, further education pathways, and career planning, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their next steps after school.
Cantell School is also an active member of the Aspire Community Trust, which enhances its educational offerings through collaboration and shared resources. The school regularly hosts events and workshops, promoting a strong sense of community and involvement among students, parents, and local educational institutions. For more information, visit their website at [Cantell School](http://www.cantell.co.uk/).
Under the leadership of Headteacher Harry Kutty, the school fosters a supportive environment that encourages student engagement and achievement. Recent initiatives include workshops for Year 11 students focused on post-16 options, further education pathways, and career planning, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their next steps after school.
Cantell School is also an active member of the Aspire Community Trust, which enhances its educational offerings through collaboration and shared resources. The school regularly hosts events and workshops, promoting a strong sense of community and involvement among students, parents, and local educational institutions. For more information, visit their website at [Cantell School](http://www.cantell.co.uk/).
Useful links
- Governor Zone (governance)
- CALENDAR View our School Calendar (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Times of Day and Term Dates (calendar)
- Connects Events (calendar)
- Covid-19 Catch Up Strategy (download)
- Trips Overview (download)
- Extracurricular Booklet (download)
- ADMISSIONS Join our School (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton (73.8)
- Brookfield Community School (69.8)
- Wildern School (67.0)
- Bitterne Park School (66.6)
- Swanmore College (65.6)
Key details
- LA
- Southampton
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Aspire Community Trust
- Capacity
- 1250
- Pupils
- 1288
- Boys
- 782
- Girls
- 506
- FSM %
- 43.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-27
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hampshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1288 | 782 | 506 | 1250 | 43.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1268 | 770 | 498 | 1250 | 37.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1200 | 757 | 443 | 1250 | 33.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1200 | 757 | 443 | 1404 | 33.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1169 | 740 | 429 | 1404 | 29.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1118 | 718 | 400 | 1404 | 25.00 |
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