Hillbourne Primary School

URN: 134892 • Poole BH17 7HX

Overview

Name
Hillbourne Primary School
URN
134892
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
45.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Roderick (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Kitchener Crescent, Poole BH17 7HX

Summary

Hillbourne Primary School is a community school located in Poole, Dorset, catering to children aged 4-11 years. With a current enrolment of 221 pupils and a capacity of 480, the school fosters an inclusive environment where every child is valued and supported. The school’s ethos emphasizes teamwork and collaboration among staff, students, and families, aiming to nurture independent and confident young learners.

The curriculum at Hillbourne is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on personal development, leadership, and management, all of which have been rated as outstanding in the latest Ofsted report. The quality of education, alongside behaviour and attitudes, has been rated as good, ensuring a positive learning atmosphere for all students.

Hillbourne Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils, with robust support systems in place. The school encourages parental involvement and offers various resources, including policies and updates on school events, to keep families engaged in their children's education.

Key details

LA
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
480
Pupils
221
Boys
110
Girls
111
FSM %
37.10
Open date
2006-09-01
Close date
2022-03-31
Last Ofsted
2019-09-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 221 110 111 480 37.10
2024-09-11 221 110 111 480 37.10
2023-09-11 221 110 111 480 37.10
2022-09-11 221 110 111 480 37.10
2021-09-11 232 121 111 480 34.10
2020-09-11 247 117 130 480 23.10

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