Poole Grammar School
URN: 136850 • Poole BH17 9JU
Overview
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Katie Etheridge (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202692132
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Gravel Hill, Poole BH17 9JU
Summary
Poole Grammar School is a selective boys' academy located in Poole, serving students aged 11 to 18. With a current enrolment of 1,199 pupils and a capacity of 1,236, the school prides itself on providing a balanced education that combines academic excellence with personal development. The school’s ethos is built around core values of compassion, integrity, respect, and wisdom, fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive both academically and socially.
The curriculum at Poole Grammar School is designed to challenge and engage students, preparing them for future academic and career opportunities. The school offers a robust sixth form programme, encouraging students to pursue their interests and achieve their potential. Additionally, various extracurricular activities and events, such as the annual Autumn Concert and themed cultural days, enrich the educational experience and promote community involvement.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs. Katie Etheridge, Poole Grammar School emphasizes the importance of moral character alongside academic success. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, providing numerous opportunities for involvement and support, ensuring that every student is celebrated and valued.
The curriculum at Poole Grammar School is designed to challenge and engage students, preparing them for future academic and career opportunities. The school offers a robust sixth form programme, encouraging students to pursue their interests and achieve their potential. Additionally, various extracurricular activities and events, such as the annual Autumn Concert and themed cultural days, enrich the educational experience and promote community involvement.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs. Katie Etheridge, Poole Grammar School emphasizes the importance of moral character alongside academic success. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, providing numerous opportunities for involvement and support, ensuring that every student is celebrated and valued.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (governance)
- Financial Statements (governance)
- Governing Board (governance)
- Parvalux donate new 3D printer to our DT department 24/06/2025 Our school governor, Mr Cope and Parvalux have very kindly bought a new 3D Printer for the DT Department. (governance)
- Absence Requests (sen)
- Learning Support and SEND (sen)
- Our ABAs present at Year 6 Information Evening 11/06/2025 A group of our Anti-Bullying Ambassadors (ABAs) had the opportunity to present at the Year 6 Information Evening yesterday. (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (download)
Key details
- LA
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- POOLE GRAMMAR SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 1236
- Pupils
- 1199
- Boys
- 1199
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 5.30
- Open date
- 2011-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1199 | 1199 | 0 | 1236 | 5.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1199 | 1199 | 0 | 1236 | 4.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1227 | 1227 | 0 | 1236 | 3.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1227 | 1227 | 0 | 1236 | 3.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1237 | 1237 | 0 | 1236 | 3.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1201 | 1201 | 0 | 1236 | 2.80 |
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