Bournemouth School

URN: 137452 • Bournemouth BH8 9PY

Overview

Name
Bournemouth School
URN
137452
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Boys
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
BOURNEMOUTH SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
78.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Dorian Lewis (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01202512609
Website
Visit
Address
East Way, Bournemouth BH8 9PY

Summary

Bournemouth School is a boys' secondary academy located in Bournemouth, serving 1,284 students with a capacity of 1,100. The school is dedicated to fostering a high-quality educational environment, focusing on improving teaching and learning to enhance student attainment across the curriculum. The leadership prioritises the development of skills necessary for students to pursue fulfilling career paths, whether through higher education or apprenticeships.

The school promotes a strong ethos centred on hard work, discipline, smart appearance, and respect. It aims to provide a broad range of academic and extracurricular opportunities, encouraging students to develop their talents and contribute positively to society. Bournemouth School is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that all students have equal access to participate in various activities.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Bournemouth School's mission, as it seeks to strengthen its ties within the local area. The school is focused on continuous improvement and maintaining a supportive environment for both students and staff, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience for all.

Key details

LA
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
BOURNEMOUTH SCHOOL
Capacity
1100
Pupils
1284
Boys
1235
Girls
49
FSM %
6.60
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1284 1235 49 1100 6.60
2024-09-11 1230 1180 50 1100 6.30
2023-09-11 1165 1136 29 1100 6.40
2022-09-11 1165 1136 29 1100 6.40
2021-09-11 1142 1106 36 1100 6.00
2020-09-11 1081 1040 41 1100 5.20

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