Montacute School
URN: 137286 • Poole BH17 9NG
Overview
- Name
- Montacute School
- URN
- 137286
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MONTACUTE SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ginny Bellard (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202693239
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 3 Canford Heath Road, Poole BH17 9NG
Summary
Montacute School is a mixed academy special converter located in Poole, serving 92 pupils with a capacity of 98. The school is dedicated to providing personalised support and tailored learning pathways for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). With a strong emphasis on individualised interventions and enrichment experiences, Montacute aims to meet the unique needs of each student, fostering their physical, emotional, and communication development.
The school prides itself on its collaborative approach, working closely with NHS and privately commissioned SEND specialists to ensure comprehensive care and support for its pupils. Montacute also values community engagement, sharing its facilities and expertise to assist children and young people with SEND beyond the school environment.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Ginny Bellard, Montacute School is committed to continuous improvement and professional development for its staff, creating a nurturing and inspiring atmosphere for both pupils and educators. The school’s ethos revolves around celebrating each child's achievements and providing a supportive environment where every voice is heard.
The school prides itself on its collaborative approach, working closely with NHS and privately commissioned SEND specialists to ensure comprehensive care and support for its pupils. Montacute also values community engagement, sharing its facilities and expertise to assist children and young people with SEND beyond the school environment.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Ginny Bellard, Montacute School is committed to continuous improvement and professional development for its staff, creating a nurturing and inspiring atmosphere for both pupils and educators. The school’s ethos revolves around celebrating each child's achievements and providing a supportive environment where every voice is heard.
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Nearby alternatives
- Arts University Bournemouth (70.2)
- Bournemouth University (70.2)
- Langside School (62.1)
- The Quay School (58.9)
- Winchelsea School (57.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Age range
- 2 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- MONTACUTE SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 98
- Pupils
- 92
- Boys
- 61
- Girls
- 31
- FSM %
- 45.30
- Open date
- 2011-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 92 | 61 | 31 | 98 | 45.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 92 | 64 | 28 | 98 | 45.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 93 | 65 | 28 | 88 | 33.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 93 | 65 | 28 | 88 | 33.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 87 | 61 | 26 | 88 | 25.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 87 | 62 | 25 | 88 | 23.70 |
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