LeAF Studio

URN: 138385 • Bournemouth BH11 9JW

Overview

Name
LeAF Studio
URN
138385
Type
Studio schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
AUTHENTIC EDUCATION GROUP LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nadine Lapskas (since 2025)
Telephone
01202578886
Website
Visit
Address
Holloway Avenue, Bournemouth BH11 9JW

Summary

LEAF Studio School, located in Bournemouth, is a mixed secondary school catering to students aged 13-19. Established in 2012, the school combines a core academic curriculum with vocational studies, particularly in Performing Arts and Sport. With a current enrolment of 460 pupils and a capacity of 500, LEAF Studio aims to provide a bespoke educational experience that prepares students for future employment, professional performance, or university.

The school promotes a strong ethos centred around its core values of Passion, Ambition, Respect, Resilience, and Teamwork. LEAF Studio is committed to fostering a supportive environment where students can develop both academically and personally. The recent Ofsted inspection in September 2024 rated the school as 'Good' in several areas, including quality of education and leadership, while noting outstanding personal development.

LEAF Studio actively encourages students to engage with British Values, ensuring they grow into respectful and well-rounded individuals. The school emphasizes the importance of character development alongside academic success, equipping students with the skills and confidence needed to navigate their future careers.

Key details

LA
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Age range
13 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
AUTHENTIC EDUCATION GROUP LIMITED
Capacity
500
Pupils
460
Boys
198
Girls
262
FSM %
23.50
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-01-23
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 460 198 262 500 23.50
2024-09-11 444 206 238 470 19.90
2023-09-11 447 205 242 470 16.10
2022-09-11 447 205 242 470 16.10
2021-09-11 441 193 248 470 15.90
2020-09-11 439 222 217 470 9.40

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