St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School

URN: 113898 • Bournemouth BH9 3BY

Overview

Name
St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School
URN
113898
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Veronica Woodward (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01202528811
Website
Visit
Address
St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School, Malvern Road, Bournemouth BH9 3BY

Summary

St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school located in Bournemouth, serving a mixed-gender population of 420 pupils. Established in the 1870s and relocated to its current site in 1929, the school has a long-standing tradition of fostering a supportive and inclusive community. The school prioritises academic achievement alongside the development of well-rounded, caring individuals who can contribute positively to society.

The curriculum at St. Walburga's is rooted in Catholic values, aiming to instill a sense of social justice and personal responsibility in its students. The school encourages respect, friendship, and support among all members of its community, viewing each child as a unique individual created in the image of God. Regular prayer and reflection are integral to school life, with opportunities for students to engage in liturgies and Masses led by local clergy.

St. Walburga's actively collaborates with parents, recognising them as the primary educators in their children's faith journey. The school is committed to ensuring that every child achieves their best academically, emotionally, spiritually, and socially, fostering a strong sense of belonging within its 'School Family'.

Key details

LA
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
420
Boys
210
Girls
210
FSM %
8.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2020-01-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 420 210 210 420 8.80
2024-09-11 417 199 218 420 8.60
2023-09-11 420 192 228 420 3.80
2022-09-11 420 192 228 420 3.80
2021-09-11 419 194 225 420 2.40
2020-09-11 450 218 232 420 2.20

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