The short version
Average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 44.2 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
- The school is nearly full at 90% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
44.2
0.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
44%
1.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
28%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
D+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.55
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
92%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
84%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
5%
Employment
Directly into work
3%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
6%
Based on 147 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 17 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
25% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
4% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 15 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 88 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 946
- Capacity
- 90%
- FSM
- 36.8%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Trust
- THE BOURNE ACADEMY
- Head
- Mr Mark Avoth (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Hadow Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 5HS
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmKingsleigh Primary School
Primary · Very close
Heathlands Primary Academy
Primary · 995m away
Hill View Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
St Mark's Church of England Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Elm Academy
Primary · 1.2km away
Winton Academy
Secondary · 1.2km away
Glenmoor Academy
Secondary · 1.3km away
Kinson Academy
Primary · 1.3km away
Questions parents ask
Is The Bourne Academy a selective school?
No. The Bourne Academy is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is The Bourne Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Bourne Academy was rated Good at its most recent inspection in February 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Bourne Academy?
The Bourne Academy currently has 946 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Bourne Academy take?
The Bourne Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Bourne Academy?
The Bourne Academy is in Bournemouth, BH10 5HS, in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Bourne Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, The Bourne Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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