Canford Heath Infant School
URN: 141762 • Poole BH17 8PJ
Overview
- Name
- Canford Heath Infant School
- URN
- 141762
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- TEACH POOLE
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Laurin Palmer (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202380015
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Learoyd Road, Poole BH17 8PJ
Summary
Canford Heath Infant School, located in Poole, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 358 pupils, just shy of its capacity of 360. The school prides itself on a child-centred approach, ensuring that the curriculum is tailored to meet the diverse needs of its students. This commitment fosters resilience and empowers learners to develop essential skills and knowledge for lifelong success.
As a Gold Level Rights Respecting school, Canford Heath promotes global citizenship and advocates for children's rights, both locally and internationally. The school emphasizes building strong relationships with parents and carers, creating a supportive and inspiring environment where every child can thrive.
Governed by the TEACH Trust, the school operates under a structured governance framework that ensures accountability and strategic oversight. With a focus on quality education and safety, Canford Heath Infant School aims to provide a nurturing space for children to reach their full potential. For more information, visit their website at http://www.chis.poole.sch.uk.
As a Gold Level Rights Respecting school, Canford Heath promotes global citizenship and advocates for children's rights, both locally and internationally. The school emphasizes building strong relationships with parents and carers, creating a supportive and inspiring environment where every child can thrive.
Governed by the TEACH Trust, the school operates under a structured governance framework that ensures accountability and strategic oversight. With a focus on quality education and safety, Canford Heath Infant School aims to provide a nurturing space for children to reach their full potential. For more information, visit their website at http://www.chis.poole.sch.uk.
Useful links
- TEACH Trust Governance Information (governance)
- Parent/Carer Workshops and Presentations (sen)
- Safeguarding, SEND & Pastoral (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Community Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
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
- 360
- Pupils
- 358
- Boys
- 171
- Girls
- 187
- FSM %
- 10.90
- Open date
- 2015-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 358 | 171 | 187 | 360 | 10.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 359 | 183 | 176 | 360 | 15.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 358 | 194 | 164 | 360 | 15.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 358 | 194 | 164 | 360 | 15.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 359 | 189 | 170 | 360 | 14.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 359 | 196 | 163 | 360 | 10.60 |
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