Cantell School is a foundation secondary school located in the vibrant city of Southampton, Hampshire, on Violet Road. It caters to a diverse, mixed-gender student body aged 11 to 16, with a capacity for 1,250 students but currently enrolling approximately 1,288 pupils, indicating its popularity. The school has no religious affiliation and follows a non-selective admissions policy. A significant 43.3% of students are eligible for free school meals, reflecting a diverse socio-economic student base. Under the leadership of Headteacher Harry Kutty, Cantell School delivers a comprehensive education that not only focuses on academic success but also on personal growth, preparing students for future educational endeavors. In March 2024, Cantell was rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in all areas, a testament to its commitment to excellence and inclusivity.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
2 published inspections on file since November 2019.
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Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Section 8 (did not convert)