Upton Infant School
93%
Capacity
251
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Upton Infant School
Upton Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Dorset community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 251 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Upton Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Duncan Churchill, it falls under Dorset local authority.
Upton Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 120 applications for 83 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 80 were first-preference applications.
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 Upton Infant School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Gymnastics, Rounders, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Drama, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Dorset, Upton 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 | Guest Road, Poole, Dorset, BH16 5LQ |
| Headteacher | Duncan Churchill |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Number of Pupils | 251 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.9% |
| School Capacity | 251 / 270 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jul 2012. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed83
120
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
80 families put this school as their 1st choice (67% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Guest Road, Poole
Dorset, BH16 5LQ
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