The Lion Works School
Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West · BH12 5AD
With just 42 pupils on roll, The Lion Works School is among the smallest of independent schools, offering an intimate setting in Poole. As a mixed, fee-paying school inspected by the ISI, it caters to families seeking a close-knit environment rather than the scale of a large institution. The school is led by Head Miss Justine Collinson. Its compact size means pupils are likely to be known well by staff, which may particularly suit children who thrive with individual attention.
42
Pupils
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 42
- Location
- Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West
- Website
- www.thelionworksschool.org
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Miss Justine Collinson
Teaching & academics
Entry is available at age 11, with an 11+ assessment forming part of the admissions process. The very small roll allows for teaching in small groups, an arrangement that lends itself to a personalised approach to learning.
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A genuinely small independent school in Poole, best suited to families who value close attention over the breadth of a larger setting.
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The Lion Works School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is The Lion Works School located?
The Lion Works School is located at 543 Wallisdown Road, Poole, Dorset, Poole, BH12 5AD.
What type of school is The Lion Works School?
The Lion Works School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend The Lion Works School?
The Lion Works School has approximately 42 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.