Ad Astra Infant School
URN: 141755 • Poole BH17 8AP
Overview
- Name
- Ad Astra Infant School
- URN
- 141755
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- TEACH POOLE
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Clare Tantrum (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202602113
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sherborn Crescent, Poole BH17 8AP
Summary
Ad Astra Infant School, located in Poole, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 253 pupils and a capacity of 270. As part of the TEACH Trust, it prides itself on fostering a warm and nurturing environment, enhanced by its beautiful grounds and well-maintained play areas. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that encourages children to explore and develop their skills across various subjects.
The ethos at Ad Astra centres on high expectations for all students, ensuring they feel safe and supported in their learning journey. The school has achieved Gold Level Rights Respecting status from UNICEF and is recognised as a Gold certified anti-bullying school, reflecting its commitment to creating a respectful and inclusive atmosphere.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at Ad Astra, with strong partnerships between children, families, and staff. The school offers a diverse range of clubs, promoting engagement and collaboration among students. This supportive close-knit community is integral to helping children thrive both academically and personally.
The ethos at Ad Astra centres on high expectations for all students, ensuring they feel safe and supported in their learning journey. The school has achieved Gold Level Rights Respecting status from UNICEF and is recognised as a Gold certified anti-bullying school, reflecting its commitment to creating a respectful and inclusive atmosphere.
Community involvement is a key aspect of life at Ad Astra, with strong partnerships between children, families, and staff. The school offers a diverse range of clubs, promoting engagement and collaboration among students. This supportive close-knit community is integral to helping children thrive both academically and personally.
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Key details
- LA
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Age range
- 4 - 7
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- TEACH POOLE
- Capacity
- 270
- Pupils
- 253
- Boys
- 122
- Girls
- 131
- FSM %
- 20.60
- Open date
- 2015-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 253 | 122 | 131 | 270 | 20.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 258 | 130 | 128 | 270 | 24.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 270 | 144 | 126 | 270 | 23.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 270 | 144 | 126 | 270 | 23.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 267 | 130 | 137 | 270 | 20.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 265 | 125 | 140 | 270 | 18.10 |
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