Twynham School

URN: 113873 • Christchurch BH23 1JF

Overview

Name
Twynham School
URN
113873
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Terry Fish (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Sopers Lane, Christchurch BH23 1JF

Summary

Twynham School, located in Christchurch, Dorset, is a mixed community secondary school with a capacity of 1,464 students. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment where every child is believed to have unlimited potential. Central to its ethos are high-quality teaching and strong relationships between students and staff, which are seen as vital to student success.

The curriculum at Twynham School is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, encouraging both academic achievement and personal development. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities and support systems to enhance learning and engagement. Recent results indicate strong performance, with 83% of Year 11 students achieving 4+ in English and Maths, and a notable percentage securing top grades at A-Level.

Twynham School actively engages with the local community and provides opportunities for parents to participate in school events, such as open evenings and newsletters that keep families informed. The school’s commitment to excellence is reflected in its continuous efforts to support students’ academic and personal growth.

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Key details

LA
Pre-LGR 2019 Dorset
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1464
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2011-03-31
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1464
2024-09-11 1464
2023-09-11 1464
2022-09-11 1464
2021-09-11 1464
2020-09-11 1464

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