Best Primary Schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 66 schools across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

21%

Outstanding rate

63.6%

Avg KS2 SATs

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Mudeford Junior School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
🥈	Avonwood Primary School Primary	Outstanding	79	View school
🥉	St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	75	View school
4.	Winton Primary School Primary	Good	72	View school
5.	Elm Academy Primary	Outstanding	72	View school
6.	Queen's Park Academy Primary	Outstanding	70	View school
7.	Pokesdown Community Primary School Primary	Outstanding	70	View school
8.	Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	69	View school
9.	St Katharine's Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
10.	Manorside Academy Primary	Outstanding	67	View school
11.	The Epiphany School Primary	Good	67	View school
12.	Twynham Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
13.	Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	66	View school
14.	Stourfield Junior School Primary	Good	66	View school
15.	St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Christchurch Primary	Good	65	View school
16.	Ocean Academy Poole Primary	Good	65	View school
17.	Muscliff Primary School Primary	Good	64	View school
18.	Jewell Academy Bournemouth Primary	Outstanding	64	View school
19.	Oakdale Junior School Primary	Good	64	View school
20.	St Luke's Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	63	View school

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Frequently asked questions

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

There are 66 primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, of which 14 (21%) 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 Mudeford Junior School. 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?

21% of primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are rated Outstanding and 70% 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.