Highcliffe St Mark Primary School
URN: 134987 • Christchurch BH23 5AZ
Overview
- Name
- Highcliffe St Mark Primary School
- URN
- 134987
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Christchurch Learning Partnership and Church of England
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Claire Barker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01425273029
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Greenways, Christchurch BH23 5AZ
Summary
Highcliffe St Mark Primary School is a mixed foundation school located in Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, accommodating up to 654 pupils, with an enrolment of 610 as of July 2025. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, underpinned by its core beliefs and values that prioritise the well-being and development of every child.
The curriculum at Highcliffe St Mark is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging academic achievement alongside personal growth. The school offers various resources and support systems, including parent courses and medical information, to ensure that families are well-informed and engaged in their children's education.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with initiatives aimed at supporting families and addressing concerns related to child welfare. Highcliffe St Mark Primary School strives to create a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and socially. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
The curriculum at Highcliffe St Mark is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encouraging academic achievement alongside personal growth. The school offers various resources and support systems, including parent courses and medical information, to ensure that families are well-informed and engaged in their children's education.
Community involvement is a key aspect of the school's ethos, with initiatives aimed at supporting families and addressing concerns related to child welfare. Highcliffe St Mark Primary School strives to create a nurturing atmosphere where children can thrive both academically and socially. For more information, parents can visit the school's website.
Useful links
- Governors' Zone (governance)
- School Governors (governance)
- Staff and Governors (governance)
- Absence Request Form (sen)
- Letters sent to all parents/carers (sen)
- SEND and Disabilities (sen)
- Childcare, Clubs & Local Events (calendar)
- External Club Providers & Local Events (calendar)
- Forthcoming Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Bransgore Church of England Primary School (70.2)
- Christchurch Junior School (67.9)
- Christchurch Infant School (67.0)
- Christchurch Junior School (64.5)
- Mudeford Community Infants' School (60.4)
Key details
- LA
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Christchurch Learning Partnership and Church of England
- Capacity
- 654
- Pupils
- 610
- Boys
- 308
- Girls
- 302
- FSM %
- 6.70
- Open date
- 2005-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-07-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 610 | 308 | 302 | 654 | 6.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 641 | 309 | 332 | 654 | 7.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 651 | 313 | 338 | 654 | 8.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 651 | 313 | 338 | 654 | 8.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 653 | 318 | 335 | 654 | 8.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 646 | 323 | 323 | 654 | 7.70 |
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