Canford School

Independent

National rank

107

81

Rank last year

83.4%

A-level

A-level

A*-B

73.5%

GCSE

GCSE

A*/A/9/8/7

Need to know

Head teacher

Ben Vessey

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

662 (13-18)

Head teacher

Ben Vessey

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

662 (13-18)

Head teacher

Ben Vessey

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

662 (13-18)

UK day fees per term*

£12,997 (13-18) includes lunch

UK boarding fees per term*

£17,153 (13-18)

*Fee correct as of November 21, 2024
Our methodology
Results

A-level 2024 rank: 106=

Grade

%

A*

24.8

A

29.3

B

29.3

A*/A

54.1

A*-B

83.4

GCSE 2024 rank: 108=

Grade

%

A*/9/8

54.5

A/7

19.1

A*/A/9/8/7

73.5

What the school inspection says

Date of report
2018
Verdict
Excellent
“The school aims to inspire its pupils to embrace learning and to use their educational experience to make a positive difference to the lives of others. The quality of pupils’ academic and other achievements is excellent … Pupils of all ages show effective study skills. They thrive equally on success and challenge, and are always keen to tackle difficult problems with no fear of failure. Pupils perform to a high level in a wide range of sports, supported by excellent coaching and facilities … They are self-aware and able to make intelligent choices about their learning and personal lives.” There was a regulatory compliance visit in 2022.
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