The Grange School
URN: 141378 • Christchurch BH23 3AU
Overview
- Name
- The Grange School
- URN
- 141378
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- TWYNHAM LEARNING
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 40.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Woodville (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202486536
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Redvers Road, Christchurch BH23 3AU
Summary
The Grange School, located in Christchurch, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 470 students, against a capacity of 769. The school is committed to rapid improvement and has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in all categories under the 2022 framework. The ethos of the school centres on inclusivity, ensuring that every student is known, understood, and valued, fostering a supportive environment that promotes both academic and personal growth.
The curriculum at The Grange is enhanced through its partnership with Twynham School, allowing access to a wider range of resources and enrichment opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on extra-curricular activities, encouraging students to engage in community work, sports, and the arts, which contribute to their overall development and confidence.
With a focus on building meaningful relationships across year groups, The Grange aims to equip students with the skills and values necessary to thrive in their future endeavours. The school actively promotes a culture of respect, determination, and responsibility, preparing students to contribute positively to society.
The curriculum at The Grange is enhanced through its partnership with Twynham School, allowing access to a wider range of resources and enrichment opportunities. The school places a strong emphasis on extra-curricular activities, encouraging students to engage in community work, sports, and the arts, which contribute to their overall development and confidence.
With a focus on building meaningful relationships across year groups, The Grange aims to equip students with the skills and values necessary to thrive in their future endeavours. The school actively promotes a culture of respect, determination, and responsibility, preparing students to contribute positively to society.
Useful links
- Governance and Policies (governance)
- Attendance and Absence (sen)
- Report an absent student (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Term Dates 2025-2026 (download)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Highcliffe School (66.9)
- Twynham School (59.2)
- Highcliffe School (45.2)
- The Grange School (45.2)
- Twynham School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- TWYNHAM LEARNING
- Capacity
- 769
- Pupils
- 470
- Boys
- 253
- Girls
- 217
- FSM %
- 43.30
- Open date
- 2015-02-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-12-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 470 | 253 | 217 | 769 | 43.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 446 | 242 | 204 | 769 | 40.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 356 | 184 | 172 | 769 | 45.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 356 | 184 | 172 | 769 | 45.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 377 | 205 | 172 | 769 | 43.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 387 | 209 | 178 | 769 | 39.60 |
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