Ad Astra Infant School
94%
Capacity
253
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Ad Astra Infant School
Ad Astra Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 253 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Ad Astra Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Tantrum, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
Ad Astra Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 165 applications for 86 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 86 were first-preference applications.
Ad Astra Infant School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.0/5 from 4 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ad Astra Infant School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Netball, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Eco Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Ad Astra Infant School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sherborn Crescent, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH17 8AP |
| Headteacher | Clare Tantrum |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 253 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.6% |
| School Capacity | 253 / 270 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
14 Dec 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (14 Dec 2023): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 8 Feb 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed86
165
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
86 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Sherborn Crescent, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH17 8AP
Sherborn Crescent, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH17 8AP
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