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Upton Infant School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Upton Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Poole, Dorset , serving pupils aged 4–7, with 251 pupils, and a capacity of 270 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–7

Age range

251

Pupils

270

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2012

Upton Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Upton Infant School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Dorset. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 93% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Dorset before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Upton Infant School — School Information

Full address
Guest Road, Upton, Poole, BH16 5LQ
Local authority
Dorset
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–7 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
17.9% of pupils
DfE URN
146496

Other Primary Schools in Poole

If Upton Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Poole are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Upton Infant School

Is Upton Infant School oversubscribed?

Upton Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 270 places (93% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Upton Infant School?

Admission to Upton Infant School is managed by Dorset. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Upton Infant School cover?

Upton Infant School is a primary school in Poole, Dorset, serving pupils aged 4–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Upton Infant School?

Upton Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2012. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.