Twin Sails Infant and Nursery School
102%
Capacity
366
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Twin Sails Infant and Nursery School
Twin Sails Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 366 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 360 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Twin Sails Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Susannah Hill, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
Twin Sails Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 123 applications for 88 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 84 were first-preference applications.
Twin Sails Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 97% recommending the school (59 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Twin Sails Infant and Nursery School include Dining Hall, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Rounders, Gymnastics, Football, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Art Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Twin Sails Infant and Nursery 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Blandford Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH15 4AX |
| Headteacher | Susannah Hill |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 366 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.0% |
| School Capacity | 366 / 360 (102% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Jul 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
59 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed88
123
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
84 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Blandford Road, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH15 4AX
Blandford Road, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH15 4AX
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