The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 68.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017
- 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
68.5
24.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
90%
48.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
46%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.13
Band 2Source: 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
95%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 176 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 9 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
9% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 90 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,248
- Capacity
- 96%
- FSM
- 6.7%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Trust
- PARKSTONE GRAMMAR SCHOOL TRUST
- Head
- Mr David Hallsworth (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Sopers Lane, Poole, Dorset, BH17 7EP
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmHillbourne Primary School
Primary · 626m away
Montacute School
Special school · 686m away
Longspee School
Special school · 1.1km away
Longspee Academy
Academy · 1.1km away
Poole Grammar School
Secondary · 1.1km away
Canford Heath Junior School
Primary · 1.2km away
Canford Heath Infant School
Primary · 1.3km away
Stanley Green Infant Academy
Primary · 1.3km away
Questions parents ask
Is Parkstone Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Parkstone Grammar 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 Parkstone Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Parkstone Grammar School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Parkstone Grammar School?
Parkstone Grammar School currently has 1,248 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Parkstone Grammar School take?
Parkstone Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Parkstone Grammar School?
Parkstone Grammar School is in Poole, BH17 7EP, in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Parkstone Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Parkstone Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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