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.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has 66 primary schools, of which 9 (14%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted and a further 53 rated Good — 94% of primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are rated Good or Outstanding overall. Canford Heath Infant School currently leads the local rankings on our composite SNM Score.

Application deadlines in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole follow the national calendar: 31 October for Year 7 secondary entry and 15 January for Reception primary entry. Offers go out on 1 March and 16 April respectively.

66
Total schools
9
Outstanding
14%
Outstanding rate
63.6%
Avg KS2 SATs
40
Avg GCSE A8
All schools Primary Secondary
Rank School Ofsted SNM Score
🥇 Canford Heath Infant School
Primary
 Outstanding 95 View school
🥈 Christchurch Infant School
Primary
 Outstanding 95 View school
🥉 Avonwood Primary School
Primary
 Outstanding 90 View school
4. St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School
Primary
 Good 89 View school
5. St Katharine's Church of England Primary School
Primary
 Outstanding 87 View school
6. Winton Primary School
Primary
 Good 84 View school
7. Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School
Primary
 Good 83 View school
8. Mudeford Junior School
Primary
 Good 81 View school
9. Twynham Primary School
Primary
 Good 81 View school
10. Mudeford Community Infants' School
Primary
 Good 80 View school
11. Stourfield Infant School
Primary
 Good 80 View school
12. Queen's Park Infant Academy
Primary
 Good 80 View school
13. Stanley Green Infant Academy
Primary
 Good 80 View school
14. Broadstone First School
Primary
 Good 80 View school
15. Ad Astra Infant School
Primary
 Good 80 View school
16. Merley First School
Primary
 Good 80 View school
17. St Clement's and St John's Church of England Infant School
Primary
 Good 80 View school
18. Lilliput Church of England Infant School
Primary
 Good 80 View school
19. Old Town Infant School and Nursery
Primary
 Good 80 View school
20. Courthill Infant School
Primary
 Good 80 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 9 (14%) 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 Canford Heath Infant 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?
14% of primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are rated Outstanding and 80% 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.