Thank you for your interest in Poole High School, we hope that you find the following information of assistance.
In-Year Applications (Year 7-11)
We are part of an Academy that processes its own In-Year admissions, therefore, if you are considering applying for a place, please contact the Admissions Officer in the first instance who will be able to guide you through the admissions process.
Please contact via School Reception on 01202 66988 or by e-mail at admissions@poolehigh.poole.sch.uk
In accordance with the School Admissions Code 2021, the School will respond to In-Year applications within 15 school days.
In-Year Appeals
Poole High School’s appeals are managed by The Coastal Association of School Appeals, please click the link below to access their website. Here you will find further information and appeals guidance plus the link to lodge your appeal.
Coastal Association of School Appeals
Y7 September 2025 New Intake Admissions
New Intake Admissions are dealt with by the Local Education Authority. Applications can be made by post, or online by visiting the BCP Council website here: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole School Admissions.
The deadline for applications for Year 7 (to start in September 2025) is 31st October 2024.
All applications for Year 7 starting in September 2025 must be submitted to the child's home Local Authority by 31st October 2024.
Any applications received after 31st October 2024 will be considered as a late application and will not be considered until after offers are made on 1st March 2025.
Notifications to parents offering a secondary school place will be sent out on 1st March 2025, or the first working day after.
Open Events 2025
Y6 Open Evening - Our next Open Evening takes place on Thursday 3rd July 2025
We appreciate that starting a new school can be a daunting time for both parents and students.
There will be Headteacher talks during the Open Evening and an opportunity to tour the school departments. Further details will be published in September.
Catchment Area
The school's catchment area is can be viewed by following this link.
Our Admissions Policy can be found on the Policies Page