Yarrells Preparatory School

A other independent school school in Dorset. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Yarrells Preparatory School.

Poole, BH165EU Age 2-11 Mixed intake
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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
Yarrells House
Upton
Poole, BH165EU

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
113914
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Independent
Address
Yarrells House, Upton, Poole, BH16 5EU
Age range
2-11
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Capacity
305 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
256
Special Educational Needs
0.8% (2 pupils)

Calculated Fields

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size
13 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
26
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
256 pupils
2-11

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Creativity & Curiosity Ambition & Excellence Community & Kindness Resilience & Determination

Head Teacher's Message

Head emphasizes a warm, nurturing environment with strong relationships, happiness, self-confidence and aspiration; highlights that Yarrells is non-selective, inclusive, and aims for high personal achievement within a rich, supportive educational setting.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Tennis Swimming

Facilities

Georgian mansion and surrounding classrooms gardens fields sports courts swimming pool woodland Forest School kitchen garden guinea pigs

Curriculum Highlights

Six Yarrells Skills embedded in the curriculum: Communicating, Leadership, Collaboration, Independence, Thinking & Learning, Reviewing & Improving Broad and engaging curriculum that blends National Curriculum with the Prep School Baccalaureate programmes Integrated performing arts, visual arts and sport within a dynamic and extensive curriculum Opportunities to develop independent thinking, leadership, collaboration and resilience

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Wraparound care is available, including early drop-off with breakfast and after-school care options; some sessions offer extended hours up to 6pm and Tea.

SEND Provision

Nursery and school offer wraparound care as part of daily provision, including early drop-off, breakfast, and after-school/extended care options; fees and timings are published for Nursery and School life.

Admissions Criteria

Non-selective school with an admissions process that includes contacting the Admissions Registrar, visiting the school, a Trial Day, and registration with a payment (£500 registration for most cases; £120 non‑returnable registration fee plus £400 deposit for a place; Nursery deposit £400). Confirmation of a place is issued after registration.

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available

Fees are published for Nursery and for Reception to Year 6; bursaries are means-tested and available upon application. Payments are typically by Direct Debit or in instalments; discounts include a per‑additional-child sibling discount and a military discount. Termly and monthly payment options are described, with further details on the Nursery and School Fees pages.

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