The Cornerstone Academy

URN: 139258 • Poole BH15 4BQ

Overview

Name
The Cornerstone Academy
URN
139258
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
47.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Chris Phillips (since 2025)
Telephone
01202676789
Website
Visit
Address
Blandford Close, Poole BH15 4BQ

Summary

The Cornerstone Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Poole, within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole area. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it serves a diverse student body of 682 pupils, with a capacity of 900. The school has a significant proportion of students eligible for free school meals, currently at 37.7%, indicating a commitment to supporting disadvantaged learners.

The academy offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the educational needs of its students, fostering both academic achievement and personal development. The school ethos emphasizes inclusivity and community engagement, aiming to create a supportive environment where all students can thrive.

Parents can find more information about the school's policies, programs, and community initiatives on their official website. The Cornerstone Academy is dedicated to providing quality education and support, preparing students for future success in a rapidly changing world.

Key details

LA
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
900
Pupils
682
Boys
343
Girls
339
FSM %
37.70
Open date
2013-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 682 343 339 900 37.70
2024-09-11 668 358 310 900 39.20
2023-09-11 518 273 245 900 34.90
2022-09-11 518 273 245 900 34.90
2021-09-11 443 241 202 900 37.00
2020-09-11 410 221 189 600 28.80

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