Yarrells Preparatory School
Poole, Dorset · BH16 5EU
Yarrells is a coeducational day preparatory school in Poole serving ages 3–13, positioned as a nurturing stepping stone to senior independent schools across Dorset and Hampshire. The school emphasises pastoral care and all-round development across a broad curriculum, with particular strength in delivering confidence and resilience in younger pupils. As an uninspected school, it operates within the ISC framework and draws families seeking a traditional prep school environment with modern provision.
- →Broad day-school offer from nursery through to Year 8 entry, reducing transition disruption
- →Emphasis on pastoral care and individual attention within a smaller prep cohort
- →Strong local reputation in Poole/Dorset for preparing pupils into selective senior schools
Who thrives here
Pupils who benefit from a structured, traditional prep school environment with clear pastoral scaffolding; families seeking entry into selective senior schools or those valuing all-round development over early specialisation.
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Contact & visit
Yarrells House, Upton
Poole, Dorset
BH16 5EU
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Yarrells Preparatory School?
Day fees at Yarrells Preparatory School are approximately £4,702 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Yarrells Preparatory School?
Yarrells Preparatory School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Yarrells Preparatory School a boarding school?
Yarrells Preparatory School is a day school in Poole and does not offer boarding.
What is Yarrells Preparatory School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Yarrells Preparatory School “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Warm, nurturing pastoral environment suited to younger pupils
✓Good transition support and individual attention within smaller cohorts
✓Traditional prep school values with modern facilities and approach
Common concerns
!No Ofsted inspection record limits independent verification of provision standards