Poole High School

Welcome to Poole High School

Poole High School is a large, established academy converter located in Poole (Poole). It provides comprehensive, non-selective education for students spanning ages 11 to 18. The school is proud to be part of the TWYNHAM LEARNING (sponsored by Twynham Learning Federation) and operates under the leadership of Mrs Sian Phillips.

As a prominent fixture in the local educational landscape, Poole High School caters to a substantial student body. It currently has a capacity for 1975 students, with 1891 pupils officially on roll. This makes it one of the larger secondary institutions within the BCP Council area. Approximately 22.4% of the student population is eligible for free school meals, which is slightly below the BCP average for non-selective schools (26.96%), indicating a broadly representative intake for the region.

Performance and Local Standing

For parents prioritizing academic outcomes, the school's raw exam performance is a significant draw. In the 2024-2025 academic year, the school achieved an Attainment 8 score of 51. This figure is notably above the BCP average for non-selective schools (46.44), and it places Poole High School at a rank of 9 of 22 across all BCP secondary schools with published data—an impressive feat considering this ranking includes the area's grammar schools.

Similarly, the school's English Baccalaureate Average Point Score (EBacc APS) stands at 4.67, again outperforming the non-selective BCP average and securing an identical rank of 9 of 22. These metrics suggest a strong foundation in core academic subjects.

This independent guide is designed to help parents navigate the critical data surrounding Poole High School. You can explore detailed breakdowns of Exam Results, read summaries of the latest Ofsted inspections, understand the Admissions process, or view Funding data. For any school-specific operational details not covered by public datasets, please refer directly to the official Poole High School website.