The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 72.2 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
- This is a girls-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
72.2
28.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
96%
54.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
48%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.23
Band 4Source: 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
100%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
98%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Based on 170 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
11% 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 85 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,259
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 6.4%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Trust
- BOURNEMOUTH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
- Head
- Mr David Sims (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Castle Gate Close, Castle Lane West, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9UJ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe Bishop of Winchester Comprehensive School
Secondary · 391m away
The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Secondary · 391m away
Bournemouth School
Secondary · 463m away
Queen's Park Infant Academy
Primary · 497m away
Queen's Park Academy
Primary · 619m away
St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 862m away
Muscliff Primary School
Primary · 961m away
The Epiphany School
Primary · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is Bournemouth School for Girls a selective school?
Yes. Bournemouth School for Girls 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 for Girls's Ofsted rating?
Bournemouth School for Girls was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Bournemouth School for Girls?
Bournemouth School for Girls currently has 1,259 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Bournemouth School for Girls take?
Bournemouth School for Girls caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Bournemouth School for Girls?
Bournemouth School for Girls is in Bournemouth, BH8 9UJ, in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Bournemouth School for Girls have a sixth form?
Yes, Bournemouth School for Girls has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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