Parkstone Grammar School

URN: 136368 • Poole BH17 7EP

Overview

Name
Parkstone Grammar School
URN
136368
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
PARKSTONE GRAMMAR SCHOOL TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
77.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
David Hallsworth (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01202605605
Website
Visit
Address
Sopers Lane, Poole BH17 7EP

Summary

Parkstone Grammar School is a selective girls' academy located in Poole, Dorset, serving students aged 11 to 18. With a current enrolment of 1,248 pupils and a capacity of 1,300, the school is known for its strong academic performance and nurturing environment. Established in 1905, Parkstone has a long-standing commitment to providing high-quality education, fostering both intellectual and emotional growth among its students.

The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum, encouraging students to excel academically while also engaging in a variety of extracurricular activities, including music, sports, and community service. Parkstone emphasizes the development of leadership skills and teamwork, aiming to create a supportive community where every student is valued.

Parents have praised the warmth and dedication of the teaching staff, highlighting their commitment to understanding and supporting each student's individual needs. The school's ethos revolves around creating an inclusive atmosphere that promotes personal growth and academic success, preparing students for future challenges. For more information, visit their website at http://www.parkstone.poole.sch.uk/.

Key details

LA
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
PARKSTONE GRAMMAR SCHOOL TRUST
Capacity
1300
Pupils
1248
Boys
0
Girls
1248
FSM %
6.70
Open date
2011-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1248 0 1248 1300 6.70
2024-09-11 1222 0 1222 1300 6.60
2023-09-11 1236 0 1236 1300 5.90
2022-09-11 1236 0 1236 1300 5.90
2021-09-11 1244 1 1243 1300 4.60
2020-09-11 1224 2 1222 1300 4.30

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