Christchurch Junior School

URN: 145428 • Christchurch BH23 2AA

Overview

Name
Christchurch Junior School
URN
145428
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
TWYNHAM LEARNING
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
64.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sam Fuller (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01202485579
Website
Visit
Address
Clarendon Road, Christchurch BH23 2AA

Summary

Christchurch Junior School is a mixed academy located in Christchurch, educating 497 pupils within a capacity of 496. As a 4-form-entry school and a member of the Twynham Learning multi-academy trust, it is committed to providing a high-quality education that prioritises both academic achievement and personal development. The school aims to nurture resilient and motivated learners who are well-prepared for their transition to secondary education.

The curriculum at Christchurch Junior School is designed to be broad and balanced, aligning with the National Curriculum while offering a variety of enriching experiences. This includes opportunities in music, sports, and community engagement, fostering a love for learning and encouraging pupils to achieve their highest potential. The school’s ethos is encapsulated in its values of Belonging, Achieving, and Growing, which guide its approach to education and community involvement.

Support for students is a key focus, with dedicated staff working to ensure that each child receives the necessary resources and encouragement to thrive. The school also actively engages with parents and the local community, promoting a collaborative environment that enhances the educational experience for all pupils.

Key details

LA
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
TWYNHAM LEARNING
Capacity
496
Pupils
497
Boys
273
Girls
224
FSM %
15.90
Open date
2018-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Dorset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 497 273 224 496 15.90
2024-09-11 498 263 235 496 17.90
2023-09-11 490 243 247 496 15.70
2022-09-11 490 243 247 496 15.70
2021-09-11 498 256 242 496 15.90
2020-09-11 499 260 239 496 14.00

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