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Pupils and staff have returned to Canford for the new academic year to a brand new library and Assembly Hall complex.
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Virtual Canford Visit
Virtual Visits to Canford
Welcome to our Virtual Visits Hub Page.
While we know it will not replace the full experience, please scroll down the page for links which we hope will offer you a sense of Canford life and the chance to explore our campus through film, images and links to key areas of our website.
Our next Open Day is scheduled for Saturday 7th May and we are planning for this to be an onsite event if Covid-19 restrictions allow.
Welcome from the Headmaster Mr Ben Vessey
SCHOOL VISITS
We’re delighted to be resuming our private visits to Canford. These run mornings only during term time, and include a meeting with a Day or Boarding Houseparent.
Please contact admissions@canford.com to request a visit and find out more about availability.
Admissions
book now for open day - SATURDAY 7th MAY 2022
Lockdown and Beyond
I have been involved, for various reasons, in phoning headteachers both of state and independent schools, and the difference in 'offer' during this period can be enormous. Canford independent school is the best I have come across and if you want an example of what can be provided, I suggest you look at Canford.Leading educationalist to the Education Select Committee
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school vision
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supporting you
junior activities hub
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Life at Senior School
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Boy Boarding Tour
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School Trips and School Tours
Community Trip to Ghana
Community Trip to India
Rowing Training in Italy
Hockey Tour to Barcelona
Cross Country Ski Trip to Norway
Community Partnership Trips 2019
DofE Award expedition to Thailand
