Best Primary & Secondary Schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 117 schools across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Updated with 2025–26 data.

117

Total schools

Outstanding

16%

Outstanding rate

63.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Bournemouth School for Girls Secondary	Outstanding	98	View school
🥈	Bournemouth School Secondary	Outstanding	98	View school
🥉	Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School Not applicable	—	95	View school
4.	St Martin's School Not applicable	—	95	View school
5.	Canford Heath Infant School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
6.	Christchurch Infant School Primary	Outstanding	95	View school
7.	Avonwood Primary School Primary	Outstanding	90	View school
8.	St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	89	View school
9.	St Katharine's Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	87	View school
10.	Glenmoor Academy Secondary	Outstanding	86	View school
11.	Winton Primary School Primary	Good	84	View school
12.	Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	83	View school
13.	Mudeford Junior School Primary	Good	81	View school
14.	Twynham Primary School Primary	Good	81	View school
15.	Mudeford Community Infants' School Primary	Good	80	View school
16.	Portfield School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
17.	Victoria Education Centre Not applicable	Good	80	View school
18.	Langside School Not applicable	Good	80	View school
19.	Christchurch Learning Centre Not applicable	Good	80	View school
20.	Montacute School Not applicable	Good	80	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary & secondary schools are there in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?

There are 117 primary & secondary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, of which 19 (16%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is Bournemouth School for Girls. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?

Primary and secondary school applications in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?

16% of primary & secondary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are rated Outstanding and 69% are rated Good. 80.3% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.