Frequently Asked Questions
Find quick answers to common questions about St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole, sourced entirely from official DfE and Ofsted data records.
What is the age range of the school?
The school caters to students aged 11 to 18, covering standard secondary education and sixth form provision.
Is St Edward's a selective school?
No, St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole is a non-selective school, meaning it does not require students to pass an academic entrance exam like the 11-plus.
How many pupils attend the school?
According to the latest census data, there are currently 1093 pupils on roll. The total physical capacity of the school is 1146.
What was the outcome of the latest Ofsted inspection?
In the latest ungraded inspection on 23/11/2022, Ofsted confirmed that the 'School remains Good'. Historically, the school achieved an Overall Effectiveness grade of Good in its previous graded inspection.
How do academic results compare to the rest of BCP?
For Key Stage 4 (2024-2025), the school achieved an Attainment 8 score of 46.4. This places it 15 of 22 across all BCP secondary schools with published data. The Progress 8 score (from 2023-2024) is 0.09, which is above the national average baseline.
How do I apply for a place?
Applications are handled through the standard BCP coordinated admissions scheme. You should apply through your home local authority by 31 October of Year 6. For detailed oversubscription criteria (such as faith-based prioritization), you must consult the school's official admissions policy.
Where can I find detailed uniform rules or term dates?
This independent guide focuses on academic and inspection data. For day-to-day administrative details like uniform requirements, curriculum specifics, or term dates, please visit the official school website: http://website.network.st-edwards.poole.sch.uk/.