The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 74.2 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
- This is a boys-only school
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
74.2
30.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
96%
54.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
91%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.01
Band 3Source: 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
97%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
97%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 152 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 8 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
8% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 15 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 88 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,284
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 6.6%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Trust
- BOURNEMOUTH SCHOOL
- Head
- Dr Dorian Lewis (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
East Way, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9PY
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQueen's Park Infant Academy
Primary · Very close
Queen's Park Academy
Primary · Very close
Bournemouth School for Girls
Secondary · 463m away
St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 468m away
The Bishop of Winchester Comprehensive School
Secondary · 656m away
The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Secondary · 656m away
St Luke's Church of England Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Muscliff Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is Bournemouth School a selective school?
Yes. Bournemouth School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Bournemouth School's Ofsted rating?
Bournemouth School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in February 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Bournemouth School?
Bournemouth School currently has 1,284 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Bournemouth School take?
Bournemouth School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Bournemouth School?
Bournemouth School is in Bournemouth, BH8 9PY, in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Bournemouth School have a sixth form?
Yes, Bournemouth School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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