Cranbourne School is a community school situated in the urban setting of Basingstoke, Hampshire, catering to a mixed-gender student body aged 11 to 16. With an enrollment of approximately 987 pupils, the school slightly exceeds its official capacity of 900. As a non-selective institution, Cranbourne serves a diverse catchment area within the local community, emphasizing inclusivity in its admissions policy. The school does not have a religious character and does not offer a sixth form, focusing instead on the secondary phase of education. Located at Wessex Close, the school is well-positioned to serve students from Basingstoke and surrounding areas, offering a central town location with excellent facilities including expansive playing fields, a swimming pool, and a fitness suite.
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3 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· S5 Inspection
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Requires Improvement monitoring Visit
Requires Improvement S5 Reinspection Visit 1