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Upton Junior School Catchment Area

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

Upton Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Poole, Dorset , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 356 pupils, and a capacity of 384 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

356

Pupils

384

Capacity

93%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Upton Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Upton Junior 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 Junior School — School Information

Full address
St Martin's Road, Upton, Poole, BH16 5NQ
Local authority
Dorset
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
25.3% of pupils
DfE URN
146490

Other Primary Schools in Poole

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Upton Junior School

Is Upton Junior School oversubscribed?

Upton Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 384 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 Junior School?

Admission to Upton Junior 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 Junior School cover?

Upton Junior School is a primary school in Poole, Dorset, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Upton Junior School?

Upton Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.