Yarrow Heights School
Southampton, South East · SO18 1FS
A small independent school of around 130 pupils in Southampton, Yarrow Heights offers a more intimate setting than many of its larger peers. The school is co-educational, takes pupils from age 11 with an 11+ entry point, and prepares them for GCSE qualifications. It is inspected by the ISI rather than Ofsted. Led by headteacher Mr Liam Gaster, its compact size means small year groups and a close-knit community.
130
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 130
- Location
- Southampton, South East
- Website
- www.yarrowheights.com
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Liam Gaster
Latest results
Attainment 8
24.6
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
6%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit well below national benchmarks: the average Attainment 8 score is 24.6 against a national figure of 46.9, and 6% of pupils achieve grade 5 or above in both English and Maths, compared with 47% nationally. These figures suggest families should look closely at how the school supports individual progress and what kind of learner it is designed to serve. GCSEs are the qualifications on offer.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A small independent option in Southampton where headline results trail the national picture, making a personal visit and frank conversation about academic support essential.
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Yarrow Heights School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Yarrow Heights School located?
Yarrow Heights School is located at Cobden Avenue, Southampton, SO18 1FS.
What type of school is Yarrow Heights School?
Yarrow Heights School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Yarrow Heights School?
Yarrow Heights School has approximately 130 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.