Bayside Academy

Bayside Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Poole, serving 197 pupils with a capacity of 270. The school is committed to high expectations and aims to foster an environment of love, care, and respect. The principal, Mrs. Tucker, emphasizes the importance of ambition and achievement, ensuring that every child is supported in overcoming barriers to learning. The academy's ethos is encapsulated in its belief that "High Expectations lead to High Achievers."

The school promotes four core values: Respect, Resilience, Curiosity, and Pride, which guide the behaviour and attitudes of both staff and students. Bayside Academy also offers a fully funded pre-school, Bayside View, for children aged 2 to 5, further supporting early childhood education within the community.

Governance at Bayside Academy is provided by a Local Academy Board, comprising community volunteers who work to ensure the school meets high educational standards. They support the principal and staff in setting development priorities, aiming to deliver quality education tailored to the needs of the local community.