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Canford is a welcoming school offering a full boarding experience with a strong academic and co-curricular program.
Independent co-ed senior school in Dorset for ages 13–18, day or boarding. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.
Every individual pupil is nurtured by both staff and peers to successfully explore, express and excel in all elements of their education within a supportive school community.
In 2025, 57.6% of A Level grades were A*/A and nearly , with over 80% of Upper Sixth leavers progressing to Russell Group/Sunday Times Top 12 universities annually and 39 Oxbridge offers in the past 5 years
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026/2027 | TBC | 31 Jul 2026 | Open |
| Sat, 3 Oct 2026 | Canford Open Morning | Open Morning |
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Ranked by semantic similarity across curriculum, ethos, intake and admissions style. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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Independent co-ed senior school in Dorset for ages 13–18, day or boarding. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.
1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
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