Best Secondary Schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 21 schools across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

33%

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	82	View school
🥈	Parkstone Grammar School Secondary	Outstanding	81	View school
🥉	Bournemouth School Secondary	Outstanding	81	View school
4.	Winton Academy Secondary	Outstanding	78	View school
5.	Poole Grammar School Secondary	Good	73	View school
6.	Glenmoor Academy Secondary	Outstanding	67	View school
7.	Twynham School Secondary	Outstanding	65	View school
8.	Magna Academy Secondary	Outstanding	62	View school
9.	Poole High School Secondary	Good	59	View school
10.	Highcliffe School Secondary	Good	58	View school
11.	St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole Secondary	Good	56	View school
12.	Avonbourne Girls Academy Secondary	Good	54	View school
13.	The Grange School Secondary	Inadequate	51	View school
14.	The Bishop of Winchester Academy Secondary	Good	51	View school
15.	The Bourne Academy Secondary	Good	46	View school
16.	The Cornerstone Academy Secondary	Good	46	View school
17.	Corfe Hills School Secondary	Requires Improvement	40	View school
18.	St Aldhelm's Academy Secondary	Good	40	View school
19.	LeAF Studio Secondary	Good	37	View school
20.	Avonbourne Boys' Academy Secondary	Inadequate	37	View school

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Frequently asked questions

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

There are 21 secondary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, of which 7 (33%) 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?

33% of secondary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are rated Outstanding and 48% 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.