Why Parents Choose Yarrells School & Nursery
Featured News
We are
Yarrells
Come on In
Magical
An Independent Day School & Nursery
for boys & girls aged between 2 and 11
Our Magical Nursery for children aged 2 to 4. Offering term time or all-year round wraparound care.
The move from Nursery to Reception at Yarrells ensures a seamless, supportive, and joyful learning journey!
Pupil Wellbeing is central, fostering a secure environment where they thrive through balanced challenge & support.
“Pupils desmonstrate excellent artistic skills across a broad range of media”
"Pupils are highly articulate and effective communicators"
"The quality of the pupils' academic and other achievements is excellent"
"Pupils are deeply knowledgeable across all areas of learning"
"The quality of the pupils' personal development is excellent"
Meaningful
Where Children Love to Learn
Our Year 4 children recently embarked on an unforgettable residential trip to Brenscombe Outdoor Centre, nestled near historic Corfe Castle on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast. This picturesque setting provided the perfect backdrop for two days filled with adventure, learning, and personal growth.
Throughout their stay, the children engaged in a variety of exhilarating activities designed to foster teamwork, resilience, and confidence. Highlights included navigating the high and low ropes courses, testing their aim in archery, participating in the catapult challenge, and embarking on a stunning sunset walk over the ridge. Each activity was carefully crafted to encourage the children to step out of their comfort zones and collaborate effectively with their peers.
Fun was definitely had by all!
#brenscombeoutdoorcentre #yarrellsschool
Yarrells School & Nursery
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Spring Fair on Saturday! The sun was shining, the children were smiling, and our Yarrells community came together for a truly special day.
Enormous thanks to our amazing PTA for making it all happen and to Mr. Elliot for his incredible ‘Soak the Teacher’ - a favourite with the children!
#YarrellsCommunity #springfair #Poole
Yarrells School & Nursery
Huge Congratulations to Louis R in Year 6 who took part in an athletics event at Clayesmore this week.
Originally Louis had planned to run in the 1500m race but on the day decided to run both the 800m and 1500m. He won both of the races very comfortably showing his fantastic talent to all in attendance - an excellent achievement to win two long distance races back-to-back!!
Louis is also an outstanding footballer and has had his contract extended at AFC Bournemouth!
Congratulations Louis, we are so proud of you!
@louis_r_official
Yarrells School & Nursery
A wonderful afternoon celebrating VE Day at Yarrells!
The school was full of red, white and blue as everyone dressed to mark this special occasion, with Year 5 stepping back in time as evacuees!
Grandparents and family friends of Years 3–5 joined us to share their memories and stories passed down from Great-Grandparents, followed by a wonderful afternoon tea in the courtyard.
We loved seeing the photos and artefacts they brought in to bring history to life.
A huge thank you to our senior chamber choir for their beautiful performance, and to everyone who helped make this day so meaningful.
#VEDay80 #VEdayCelebration #LearningThroughHistory
Yarrells School & Nursery
What a fantastic start to the 2025 Yarrells Tennis Tournament! The children had a brilliant time on the courts, enjoying great matches, lots of smiles, and glorious sunshine. A perfect day for tennis and making memories! 🎾
#tennistournament #tennisacademy #juniortennis #wimbledon #yarrellsschool #poole
Yarrells School & Nursery
This Easter, magic happened at Branksome Park Care Centre!
Our residents- including those living with dementia, enjoyed a wonderful painting session with Easter eggs, full of creativity and smiles.
Meanwhile, the Early Years students from Yarrells School joined us for a perfectly joyful Easter egg hunt, earning some well-deserved chocolatey rewards!
Huge thank you to @YarrellsSchool for making this Easter extra special, meaningful moments like these spark connection, laughter, and vital stimulation for our residents.
#luxurycarehome #branksomepark #EasterJoy #intergenerationalconnections #dementiacare #yarrellsschool #makingmemories #EasterCelebration2025
Yarrells School & Nursery
Congratulations to Lucy Lola in Year 1 on the debut of her first book, The Girl That Fell in Love with a Capybara! You can find this delightful book on display at Gullivers Bookshop in Wimborne, where it's available for a donation to one of the charity boxes on the counter. What an incredible achievement for such a young author!
#YoungAuthor #ProudMoment #CapybaraLove
Yarrells School & Nursery
Well done to Lottie in Year 6 for receiving a Highly Commended award at the
Bournemouth Writing Festival this weekend!
This is a remarkable achievement, and we couldn't be more proud. ✨
#ProudMoment #BuddingAuthor #FutureWriter #IndependentSchool #ExcellencelnWriting #yarrellsschool
Yarrells School & Nursery
🌟 Discover the Magic of Yarrells School & Nursery – Open Week is Here! 🌟
Looking for a school that feels just right for your child? Not sure what’s next or where to begin? Come and see for yourself what makes Yarrells so special. 💬✨
During our Open Week, you’ll have the chance to look around, meet our passionate teachers and wonderful pupils, and get a real feel for life at Yarrells – a nurturing, family-focused environment where curiosity, creativity, and confidence grow every day. 🎨📚💫
🗓️ Open Week Highlights:
👶 Nursery Open Day – Monday 28th April
🎒 Year 3 Taster Day – Tuesday 29th April
🏫 Whole School Tours – Wednesday 30th April & Friday 2nd May
👧 Reception Discovery Day – Thursday 1st May
📍 Yarrells House, Poole
📞 01202 622229
✉️ Book your visit: admissions@yarrells.co.uk
🔗 More info & sign-up: https://www.yarrells.co.uk/calendar-news-dates/yarrells-news/item/50/discover-the-magic-of-yarrells-school-nursery-at-our-open-week
✨ Come explore exceptional academics, performing arts, sports, outdoor adventures, and so much more – all in one vibrant, caring community.
#YarrellsOpenWeek #DiscoverYarrells #IndependentSchool #PooleSchools #NurseryLife #ReceptionReady #FamilyEducation #LoveLearning #YarrellsMagic
Yarrells School & Nursery
Looking for a school where your child can truly thrive, feel at home, and fall in love with learning? 🌿✨
🌟 Where Curiosity Grows and Confidence Shines – Welcome to Yarrells!
Nestled near Poole Harbour, Yarrells School & Nursery offers a magical blend of academic excellence, creativity, and emotional wellbeing in a nurturing, family-run environment.
🌿 Forest School adventures
🎨 Passion for the arts
📚 Personalised learning
🤗 Warmth, care & belonging
At Yarrells, every child is seen, known, and celebrated. From our inspiring curriculum to our enchanting woodland setting, it’s education with soul.
✨ Discover why so many families choose Yarrells and what makes our school so wonderfully different. Click the link below to read more:
https://www.yarrells.co.uk/calendar-news-dates/yarrells-news/item/68/why-parents-choose-yarrells-school-nursery
📲 Book a tour, meet our Headteacher Clare Cunningham, and experience the Yarrells magic firsthand.
Email admissions@yarrells.co.uk or call 01202 622229
#YarrellsSchool #IndependentEducation #PooleFamilies #NurturingEducation #lovetolearn #independentschool
Yarrells School & Nursery
Is your little one starting school in September 2025?
Come and discover the joy of learning at Yarrells, where curiosity is sparked, confidence blooms, and every child is known and nurtured.
🌟 Reception Discovery Day at Yarrells 🌟
📅 Thursday, 1st May 2025 | ⏰ 9:00 – 11:30 AM
📍 Yarrells School & Nursery, Upton, Poole
Nestled in a Georgian manor house on the edge of Poole Harbour, Yarrells is a beautiful country school with a big heart. Our Reception year is a gentle, joyful continuation of nursery life—full of adventure, imagination, and endless opportunity.
✨ What’s Happening on the Day?
🧸 Story Time & Phonics Fun
🎶 Music & Dance
🌳 Forest School Explorations
🛝 Playtime Adventures
👨👩👧 Parents: School Tour, Refreshments & Q&A
💛 With smaller class sizes, specialised teaching, and stunning natural surroundings, we support your child to shine—academically, socially, and emotionally.
🧒 Reception Spaces for September 2025 are available!
Book your spot now for Discovery Day and let your child experience the Yarrells magic.
🎟️ https://www.yarrells.co.uk/calendar-news-dates/yarrells-news/item/49/reception-discovery-day-are-you-looking-for-your-childs-first-school
✨ “Yarrells is like a home from home... It truly is a magical setting for any child to start their educational journey.”
Yarrells School & Nursery
✨ "We are so pleased we chose this school!" ✨
Discover why so many families choose Yarrells School & Nursery – where happy children love to learn in a truly magical setting.
🌳 Family-run & independent
🎨 A rounded education where the arts inspire creativity and expression
🎾 Swimming, tennis & outdoor adventures across six spectacular acres
📚 Academic excellence in a nurturing environment
🌿 Forest School, kitchen garden & guinea pigs!
💚 Wraparound care from 8am to 16:30pm included in your school fees*
Come and feel the giant hug of a school everyone’s talking about.
📍 Upton, Poole | Ages 2–11
🔗 admissions@yarrells.co.uk
#YarrellsSchool #IndependentSchool #PooleParents #NurseryLife #PrepSchoolMagic #WhyYarrells #PooleMums #dorseteducation
*not nursery
*not nursery
Yarrells School & Nursery
🚍 Yarrells School Minibus Service for children from Reception to Year 6
Looking for a safe, fun, and flexible way to get your child to school? 🎒✨
✅ Tailored routes to suit your family’s needs
✅ DBS-checked, friendly drivers
✅ A social and enjoyable start to the day!
🌍 Serving areas including:
📍 Bournemouth: Southbourne, Penn Hill, Whitecliff & more
📍 Blandford: Wimborne, Broadstone, Canford Heath & more
📍 Dorchester: Wool, Wareham, Upton & more
🚌 Let your child ride in comfort with friends — and let us handle the school run!
📞 01202 622229
📧 office@yarrells.co.uk
🔗 yarrells.co.uk
https://www.yarrells.co.uk/calendar-news-dates/yarrells-news/item/67/minibus-services-new-routes-added
#YarrellsSchool #SchoolRunSorted #PooleMums #BournemouthParents #IndependentSchool #MinibusService #BackToSchool
Yarrells School & Nursery
Memorable
Explore our Wonderful School
Ask a Parent
