Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

URN: 113830 • Poole BH12 1PG

Overview

Name
Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
URN
113830
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
71.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Laura Dickson (since 2025) , Head Teacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Winston Avenue, Poole BH12 1PG

Summary

Bishop Aldhelm's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, located in Poole, serves a mixed-gender population of 579 pupils, with a capacity of 600. The school operates under a Christian ethos, prioritising care and enrichment for every learner. Established in 1877, it has a long-standing commitment to academic excellence and the holistic development of children, fostering a supportive environment for both spiritual and educational growth.

The school promotes a values-based education, encouraging pupils to embody principles such as love, courage, unity, and inspiration. This is reinforced through a unique house-point system, where students earn recognition for demonstrating these values. The community plays a significant role, with strong ties to St. Aldhelm's Church and active parental involvement, creating a collaborative atmosphere for children's development.

Bishop Aldhelm's prioritises a partnership with parents and carers, aiming to nurture the academic, emotional, and social well-being of each child. The school encourages prospective families to arrange tours and engage with the school community, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.

Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2019 Poole
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
600
Pupils
579
Boys
295
Girls
285
FSM %
7.40
Open date
Close date
2017-08-31
Last Ofsted
2015-06-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 579 295 285 600 7.40
2024-09-11 579 295 285 600 7.40
2023-09-11 579 295 285 600 7.40
2022-09-11 579 295 285 600 7.40
2021-09-11 579 295 285 600 7.40
2020-09-11 579 295 285 600 7.40

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