Canford School Reviews & FAQs

Are you considering Canford School for your child? We have put together a number of frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the school to help you.

Reviews of Canford School

If you are looking for a rigorous independent review of Canford School for prospective parents, you should read the most recent inspection report (details below), undertaken by a team of trained education inspectors from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). Attain does not write 'school reviews' as we offer facts and not opinions. Discover why 'school reviews' can be so unhelpful for prospective parents in the chapter 'Unhelpful influences' in the Attain Guide 2025, widely praised by Heads for its approach and the advice it offers to parents.

Frequently asked questions about Canford School

Where is Canford School?

Canford School is in Wimborne, Dorset. The school's address is: Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 3AD.

Is Canford School for boys or girls?

Canford School is a Coed school.

What type of school is Canford School?

Canford School is a Senior school offering Day & Boarding places for approximately 500 pupils.

What age do girls join Canford School?

Girls can join the school from through until 18 years.

What age do girls join Canford School?

Girls can join the school from 13 through until 18 years.

What age do girls join Canford School

Canford School is for boys only.

What age do boys join Canford School?

Boys can join the school from through until 18 years.

What age do boys join Canford School?

Boys can join the school from 13 through until 18 years.

What age do boys join Canford School

Canford School is for girls only.

Who is the of Canford School?

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When was Canford School inspected?

Canford School is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) on behalf of the Department for Education. Routine inspections take place once every three years. Read the inspection reports for Canford School