St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole
Contact details for the school

School Name: St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole
Address: Dale Valley Road, Oakdale
Town/City: Poole
County: Dorset
Postcode: BH15 3HY
Telephone Number: 01202 740950
Website:

Type of school

Phase: Secondary (ages 11-18)
Type: Voluntary aided school
Religious Denomination: Church of England/Roman Catholic
Admissions Policy: Non-selective

Staff and pupils

Headteacher: Mr Chris Barnett
Capacity: 1146
Gender: Mixed

The following details are from a census on 15 January 2026:
Number of pupils: 1093 (50% boys & 50% girls)
Enrollment: 95% of capacity
Free school meal eligibility: 14.1%

Location and administration

URN: 113893
DfE Number: 839/4610
UKPRN: 10006158
UPRN: 100041094304
Region: South West (E12000009)
District: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (E06000058)
Constituency: Poole (E14001429)
Electoral Ward: Oakdale (E05012671)
Diocese: CE34(Diocese of Salisbury)

Easting & Northing: 402913E, 93185N
Latitude & Longitude: 50° 44' 20.06" N 1° 57' 35.85" W
Plus Code: 9C2WP2QR+H2

External links

DfE Record: View record

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Nearby schools
  1. Canford Heath Infant School (0.9km)
  2. Canford Heath Junior School (0.9km)
  3. Longspee Academy (1.1km)
  4. Haymoor Junior School (1.2km)
  5. Livingstone Road Junior School (1.2km)
  6. Ocean Academy Poole (1.2km)
  7. Livingstone Road Infant School (1.2km)
  8. Magna Academy (1.2km)
  9. St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Poole (1.3km)
  10. Ad Astra Infant School (1.3km)
Governors

  • Headteacher Michael Antram - Governor. Appointed on 1 September 2016 (Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal). Term runs until 31 August 2025.
  • Headteacher Chris Barnett - Governor. Appointed on 1 September 2025 (Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal).
  • Mrs Melanie Barnett - Governor. Appointed on 10 June 2025 (Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)). Term runs until 9 June 2029.
  • Rev Penny Draper - Governor. Appointed on 1 September 2016 (Ex-officio foundation governor (appointed by foundation by virtue of the office they hold)).
  • Mr Paul Griffin - Governor. Appointed on 21 October 2023 (Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)). Term runs until 20 October 2027.
  • Mr Mark Halling - Governor. Appointed on 1 December 2023 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 30 November 2027.
  • Mrs Kerry Houston-Kypta - Governor. Appointed on 23 November 2024 (Parent appointed by GB/board due to no election candidates). Term runs until 22 November 2028.
  • Mr Nicholas Johnsson - Governor. Appointed on 1 August 2023 (Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)). Term runs until 31 July 2027.
  • Mr Wyn Jones - Chair of Governors. Appointed on 1 September 2021 (Appointed by foundation/Trust). Term runs until 31 August 2025.
  • Mr Wyn Jones - Chair of Governors. Appointed on 1 September 2025 (Foundation/sponsor members). Term runs until 31 August 2029.
  • Mr John Maguire - Governor. Appointed on 3 November 2025 (Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)). Term runs until 2 November 2029.
  • Mr John Maguire - Governor. Appointed on 3 November 2021 (Appointed by foundation/Trust). Term runs until 2 November 2025.
  • Mrs Domonie Moody - Governor. Appointed on 23 November 2024 (Appointed by GB/board). Term runs until 22 November 2027.
  • Mrs Janet Morris - Governor. Appointed on 2 April 2023 (Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)). Term runs until 1 April 2027.
  • Mr Gary Prazer - Governor. Appointed on 9 November 2025 (Persons who are appointed by the foundation body or sponsor (if applicable)). Term runs until 8 November 2029.
  • Mr Gary Prazer - Governor. Appointed on 9 November 2021 (Appointed by foundation/Trust). Term runs until 8 November 2025.
  • Miss Sarah Preece - Governor. Appointed on 1 February 2022 (Nominated by LA and appointed by GB). Term runs until 31 January 2026.
  • Mr Stacey Ricketts - Governor. Appointed on 1 April 2022 (Elected by school staff). Term runs until 31 March 2026.
  • Mr Louis Sajee - Governor. Appointed on 17 January 2024 (Appointed by foundation/Trust). Term runs until 16 January 2028.
  • Mrs Claire Stonier - Governor. Appointed on 28 June 2025 (Elected by parents). Term runs until 27 June 2029.
  • Mr Alan Yelling - Governor. Appointed on 28 July 2023 (Appointed by foundation/Trust). Term runs until 27 July 2027.