The White House School
The White House School is an independent special school in Poole for pupils aged 6 to 14. It has 46 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The White House School is Good, from an inspection in March 2025.
Ofsted inspection: March 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 6-14 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 170 Magna Road Poole Dorset BH21 3AP |
| Reference Number | 149536 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 46 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 86.96%
Girls: 13.04% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
The White House School is undergoing a material change to expand its age range and capacity, and the inspection indicates that it is likely to meet the relevant independent school standards if these changes are implemented. The school has a well-structured curriculum aimed at catering to the diverse needs of pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). There is a strong emphasis on personal, social, health, and economic education, which prepares pupils for life and promotes well-being.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 06 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Mar 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 17 Apr 2024 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2023 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- The school has a comprehensive curriculum appropriate for the proposed age increase.
- It promotes respect and tolerance through its curriculum.
- Staff are experienced in supporting pupils with special educational needs.
- The school actively works on pupils' personal development, including emotional support.
- There is a strong focus on safeguarding and welfare of pupils.
In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at The White House School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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What is The White House School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The White House School is Good, from an inspection in March 2025.
When was The White House School last inspected by Ofsted?
The White House School was last inspected in March 2025.
How many pupils does The White House School have?
The White House School has 46 pupils on roll.
What age range does The White House School cover?
The White House School for pupils aged 6 to 14.
Where is The White House School?
The White House School is at 170 Magna Road, Poole, Dorset, BH21 3AP.