Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School
URN: 142435 • Bournemouth BH9 2SA
Overview
- Name
- Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School
- URN
- 142435
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- MOORDOWN ST JOHN'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul Ruffle (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01202527683
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Vicarage Road, Bournemouth BH9 2SA
Summary
Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Bournemouth, serving 417 pupils with a capacity of 411. The school is committed to nurturing the whole child—spiritually, cognitively, emotionally, and physically—within a Christian framework. The ethos is deeply rooted in the values of the Church of England, promoting a community where high standards and inclusivity are paramount.
The curriculum at Moordown St John's aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for lifelong learning. The school emphasizes a supportive environment, where teachers are dedicated to understanding and meeting the individual needs of each child. This commitment is reflected in positive feedback from parents and pupils, highlighting the strong relationships and sense of safety within the school.
In addition to academic pursuits, Moordown St John's offers a range of extracurricular activities, particularly in sports, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. The school community values collaboration among staff, parents, and governors, creating a nurturing atmosphere where every child is encouraged to thrive.
The curriculum at Moordown St John's aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for lifelong learning. The school emphasizes a supportive environment, where teachers are dedicated to understanding and meeting the individual needs of each child. This commitment is reflected in positive feedback from parents and pupils, highlighting the strong relationships and sense of safety within the school.
In addition to academic pursuits, Moordown St John's offers a range of extracurricular activities, particularly in sports, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. The school community values collaboration among staff, parents, and governors, creating a nurturing atmosphere where every child is encouraged to thrive.
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Nearby alternatives
- Queen's Park Academy (74.4)
- Avonwood Primary School (73.9)
- Stourfield Junior School (72.7)
- Pokesdown Community Primary School (70.2)
- Stourfield Infant School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- MOORDOWN ST JOHN'S CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL
- Capacity
- 411
- Pupils
- 417
- Boys
- 216
- Girls
- 201
- FSM %
- 17.10
- Open date
- 2015-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-07-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 417 | 216 | 201 | 411 | 17.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 421 | 225 | 196 | 411 | 17.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 420 | 227 | 193 | 411 | 15.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 420 | 227 | 193 | 411 | 15.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 419 | 223 | 196 | 411 | 14.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 416 | 218 | 198 | 411 | 10.10 |
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