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The Quay School

160 Herbert Avenue, Poole, BH12 4HU

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Pupils

Ages

5-18

FSM

67.7%

Capacity

121

Ofsted

Outstanding

Apr 2025

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About The Quay School

The Quay School is a secondary school in Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2025 inspection). The school has around 64 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: 160 Herbert Avenue, Poole, BH12 4HU | More schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Quay School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Apr 2025 — Outstanding
Mar 2015 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Quay School

What is The Quay School's Ofsted rating?

The Quay School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

Where is The Quay School located?

The Quay School is a secondary school in Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BH12 4HU).

How many pupils attend The Quay School?

The Quay School has around 64 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare The Quay School with other schools?

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