Yarrells Head Mrs Clare Cunningham features in the September 2026 issue of Dorset Living magazine, sharing her belief that self-belief, resilience and genuine relationships are what truly help children flourish at school.

As the independent school landscape shifts, more parents are asking what truly sets a standalone prep school apart. At Yarrells, the answer is simple: every decision is made for the children in front of us, not a board of trustees elsewhere.

Headmistress Clare Cunningham reflects on Yarrells' recent ISI inspection, in which the school was awarded a Significant Strength — a notable accolade for exceptional practice — and shares what makes Yarrells' provision truly special.

At Yarrells, we believe that truly knowing every child, their strengths, their challenges and everything in between, is the foundation of exceptional education. Here's how we make that happen every single day.

Yarrells Headmistress Mrs Clare Cunningham has been featured in the Dorset Echo, sharing her vision for a school where every child is known, valued, and supported — and where education extends well beyond academic success.