Yarrells Preparatory School
Poole, Dorset, South West · BH16 5EU
A small independent prep school in Poole, Yarrells takes children from the very early years through to age 11, with around 244 pupils on roll. Its compact size means a close-knit community where staff can know each child individually. Co-educational and non-denominational, it caters for families seeking a thorough grounding before the move to senior school. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its highest grade of 'excellent' in its most recent inspection.
244
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-11
- Pupils
- 244
- Location
- Poole, Dorset, South West
- Website
- https://www.yarrells.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01202 622229
Headteacher
Head Mrs Clare Cunningham
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Teaching & academics
The ISI judged Yarrells 'excellent', its top rating, reflecting strong outcomes across the prep years. As a school spanning ages 2 to 11, it focuses on building solid foundations through to the 11+ stage. Under Head Mrs Clare Cunningham, the school's results sit comfortably above what inspectors expect.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 14 October 2025
The last word
A small, well-regarded Poole prep with top inspection marks for both academics and personal development. A sound choice for families wanting individual attention through to age 11.
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Yarrells Preparatory School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Yarrells Preparatory School located?
Yarrells Preparatory School is located at Upton, Poole, Poole, BH16 5EU.
What type of school is Yarrells Preparatory School?
Yarrells Preparatory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Yarrells Preparatory School?
Yarrells Preparatory School has approximately 244 pupils on roll.
What is Yarrells Preparatory School's inspection rating?
Yarrells Preparatory School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 14 October 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.