Avonbourne Girls Academy

URN: 138193 • Bournemouth BH7 6NY

Overview

Name
Avonbourne Girls Academy
URN
138193
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michelle Dyer (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01202398451
Website
Visit
Address
Harewood Avenue, Bournemouth BH7 6NY

Summary

Avonbourne Girls Academy, located in Bournemouth, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,188 students, against a capacity of 1,538. The school operates as an academy converter and is part of the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority. With a focus on providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment, Avonbourne aims to foster academic achievement and personal development among its pupils.

The academy offers a broad curriculum designed to cater to the diverse needs of its students. Emphasising both academic and extracurricular activities, Avonbourne encourages students to engage in various subjects and interests, promoting a well-rounded education. The school is committed to ensuring that all students, including those eligible for free school meals, receive the necessary support to thrive.

Avonbourne Girls Academy is dedicated to building a strong sense of community, fostering positive relationships between students, staff, and families. The school’s ethos centres on respect, resilience, and responsibility, preparing students not only for academic success but also for their future roles in society. For more information, visit their website at http://avonbourneacademy.org.uk/.

Key details

LA
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1538
Pupils
1188
Boys
65
Girls
1123
FSM %
24.20
Open date
2012-06-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1188 65 1123 1538 24.20
2024-09-11 1115 52 1063 1538 22.30
2023-09-11 916 13 903 1538 23.40
2022-09-11 916 13 903 1538 23.40
2021-09-11 1458 292 1166 1538 18.50
2020-09-11 1394 279 1115 1538 12.80

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