Bovington Academy
URN: 147264 • Wareham BH20 6LE
Overview
- Name
- Bovington Academy
- URN
- 147264
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ASPIRATIONS ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sara White (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01929462744
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Holt Road, Wareham BH20 6LE
Summary
Bovington Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Wareham, Dorset, with a current enrolment of 179 pupils across seven classes for ages 4-11. The school is committed to creating a nurturing environment where every child feels included and can thrive academically and personally. The ethos is built on three guiding principles: self-worth, purpose, and engagement, fostering a sense of belonging and community among students.
The curriculum at Bovington Academy follows the National Curriculum while incorporating the unique No Limits Curriculum, which emphasizes applied learning through real-world projects. This approach equips students with essential skills and knowledge, preparing them for future challenges. The school also offers technology-rich learning experiences, including access to 3D printers and Chromebooks, enhancing engagement and creativity.
Bovington Academy is part of the Aspirations Academies Trust and prioritizes the individual talents of each child, aiming to facilitate their growth and achievement. The school’s extensive grounds, including a Forest School, provide ample opportunities for outdoor learning and play, contributing to a well-rounded educational experience.
The curriculum at Bovington Academy follows the National Curriculum while incorporating the unique No Limits Curriculum, which emphasizes applied learning through real-world projects. This approach equips students with essential skills and knowledge, preparing them for future challenges. The school also offers technology-rich learning experiences, including access to 3D printers and Chromebooks, enhancing engagement and creativity.
Bovington Academy is part of the Aspirations Academies Trust and prioritizes the individual talents of each child, aiming to facilitate their growth and achievement. The school’s extensive grounds, including a Forest School, provide ample opportunities for outdoor learning and play, contributing to a well-rounded educational experience.
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- Governance including Annual Reports and Accounts (governance)
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- 16 May 2025 News Welcome our new Parent Governor (Primary) We are pleased to announce that, following the recent parent governor election, Iona Smith has been successfully elected as our new Parent ( (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Meet the Teacher Presentations (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Dorset
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- ASPIRATIONS ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 179
- Boys
- 96
- Girls
- 83
- FSM %
- 18.40
- Open date
- 2019-07-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Dorset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 179 | 96 | 83 | 210 | 18.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 180 | 90 | 90 | 210 | 15.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 207 | 100 | 107 | 210 | 13.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 207 | 100 | 107 | 240 | 13.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 233 | 112 | 121 | 315 | 18.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 250 | 128 | 122 | 333 | 15.60 |
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