Visit Us
The first step to joining the Canford community is to visit the school, either on an Open Morning or for a private visit. Both these provide the opportunity to get a feel for the school and its full boarding experience.
“Canford is a very welcoming school and the Open Mornings are brilliantly run. The school strikes the perfect balance, showing exactly what you offer and meeting very helpful staff and delightful pupils.”
PROSPECTIVE PARENT
Sixth Form Information Evening
We invite you to join us to find out more about Canford Sixth Form. This new event is designed to complement, rather than replace, an Open Morning visit for those interested in joining Canford for Sixth Form.
Based in the College Hub, which opened in March this year, the event will offer the chance for families to chat informally with teaching staff representing all A Level subject options in ‘freshers fair’ style, and to meet Sixth Form Canfordians as well as those in our current Fifth Form.
Our Sixth Form Information Evening will take place on Wednesday 17th September 2025.
Open Morning
Open Mornings are a useful introduction to the school and offer the chance to meet the Headmaster and senior teaching staff, tour the school and visit academic and co-curricular departments. Each family will be offered a personal guided tour with a pupil. Our Open Mornings are a chance to see the school on a working day, with separate events for families interested in entry at Year 9 (13+) and Sixth Form entry (16+).
Our next Open Morning is on Saturday 4th October 2025.
Private Visits
If your child is in Year 5 or above and you have already attended an Open Morning but would like to explore Canford in more detail then it is possible to book a private visit. Our private visits take place mornings only during term time. They offer the opportunity for an individual pupil guided tour of the school, including a visit to one house, and a meeting with one of our day or boarding house parents.
To request a private visit, please click the link below to complete the form and we will be in touch.
(Please note: Our visit appointments for the Summer Term 2025 are now fully booked. We will be in touch in early September to help you arrange a visit for the Christmas Term. If you have any questions in the meantime, please do email admissions@canford.com)