The Bishop of Winchester Academy

URN: 136120 • Bournemouth BH8 9PW

Overview

Name
The Bishop of Winchester Academy
URN
136120
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE BISHOP OF WINCHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul McKeown (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01202512697
Website
Visit
Address
Mallard Road, Bournemouth BH8 9PW

Summary

The Bishop of Winchester Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Bournemouth, serving a diverse student body of 1,178 pupils. As a Church of England academy, it emphasizes a distinctly Christian ethos, welcoming students of all faiths and none. The academy's mission, encapsulated in the motto "Sapere Aude" (Have the courage to be wise), aims to foster self-confidence and wise decision-making among students, encouraging them to reach their full potential.

The academy prides itself on high expectations and a supportive learning environment, which has led to positive feedback from Ofsted reports over the years. The school focuses on improving student achievement, attendance, and behaviour, creating a purposeful atmosphere where students feel valued and proud of their school community.

Additionally, The Bishop of Winchester Academy is committed to supporting students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), with dedicated staff in place to ensure all pupils receive the necessary assistance. The academy also offers a successful sixth form, providing pathways for continued education and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE BISHOP OF WINCHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1250
Pupils
1178
Boys
628
Girls
550
FSM %
20.90
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1178 628 550 1250 20.90
2024-09-11 1148 627 521 1250 22.60
2023-09-11 1184 674 510 1250 19.70
2022-09-11 1184 674 510 1250 19.70
2021-09-11 1187 671 516 1250 18.20
2020-09-11 1128 639 489 1250 16.30

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