The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 77% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 53.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2017
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
53.0
9.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
62%
19.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
51%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
D+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.81
Band 5Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
92%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
86%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
2%
Employment
Directly into work
4%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
8%
Based on 132 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 13 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
20% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 101 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,188
- Capacity
- 77%
- FSM
- 24.2%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Michelle Dyer (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Harewood Avenue, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 6NY
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmAvonbourne Boys' Academy
Secondary · Very close
The Bicknell School
Special school · 330m away
St James' Church of England Primary Academy
Primary · 796m away
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
King's Park Academy
Primary · 1.2km away
Park School
Independent · 1.3km away
Stourfield Infant School
Primary · 1.4km away
Stourfield Junior School
Primary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Avonbourne Girls Academy a selective school?
No. Avonbourne Girls Academy is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Avonbourne Girls Academy's Ofsted rating?
Avonbourne Girls Academy was rated Good at its most recent inspection in October 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Avonbourne Girls Academy?
Avonbourne Girls Academy currently has 1,188 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Avonbourne Girls Academy take?
Avonbourne Girls Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 19. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Avonbourne Girls Academy?
Avonbourne Girls Academy is in Bournemouth, BH7 6NY, in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Avonbourne Girls Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Avonbourne Girls Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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