Head: David Sims
A competitive girls' grammar school in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole with an Outstanding Ofsted rating.
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Year 7 Places
0.0:1
Applicants/Place
0
Pupils
Qualifying Score
303
Cutoff Score
121
Distance Cutoff
7.5 mi
Applications
378
Offers Made
180
Catchment, then Score
Catchment area students get priority. Within catchment, places by test score.
Located in Bournemouth within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council area. Priority given to girls resident within the BCP local authority area.
Local Authorities
Sibling Priority
Pupil Premium
1. Register
1 May 2026
2. Take Test
Bournemouth/Poole
3. Results
19 Oct 2026
4. Offer Day
1 Mar 2027
A shared 11+ entrance exam used by 4 grammar schools, administered by GL Assessment, testing English, Mathematics, Reasoning. GL Assessment format. Qualifying score varies per school. The school provides free 11+ familiarisation online revision for Pupil Premium pupils through partnership with Atom Learning. Non-pupil premium families can access a five-day free trial. Test papers are scored and standardised against national criteria by age. All tests are designed to be taken to strict time limits. Mathematics test covers Key Stage 2 up to level 5 with some level 6 questions. English test covers comprehension, vocabulary and punctuation.
Qualifying Score
303
Registration Opens
Registration opens for the 11+ exam
1 May 2026
Registration Deadline
Final day to register for the 11+ exam
15 Jul 2026
Exam Date
11+ entrance exam
19 Sep 2026
9:00am
Results Released
11+ results released to parents
19 Oct 2026
CAF Deadline
Common Application Form deadline (all LAs)
31 Oct 2026
National Offer Day
National Offer Day — places confirmed
1 Mar 2027
72.1
Attainment 8
Average achievement across 8 qualifications
96%
English + Maths 5+
Grade 5 or above in both
99%
English + Maths 4+
Grade 4 or above in both
48%
EBacc Entry
Entered the English Baccalaureate suite
6.45
EBacc APS
Average points across EBacc subjects
B-
Avg A-Level Grade
Average grade achieved across all A-Level entries
Bar shows this school. Ticks mark the England state-funded average (grey) and the typical grammar-school average (indigo).
Grammar median computed from up to 163 grammars.
| Metric | Disadvantaged | Non-Disadvantaged | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8 | 67.1 | 72.5 | +5 |
| E+M grade 5+ | 91% | 96% | +6pp |
| EBacc entry | 27% | 49% | +22pp |
Disadvantaged = pupils eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years, looked-after, or adopted from care. A small or zero gap is the goal — it means the school helps every pupil reach the same outcomes.
99%
continued to sixth form
% of pupils who stayed on after GCSEs
High retention is a positive sign — pupils choose to stay and the sixth form supports them through. Low retention can indicate weaker post-16 provision or curriculum mismatch.
Eng+Maths 9-5
EBacc entry
37.5avg points / entry
Average grade: B-
DfE doesn't publish the % at each grade band at school level — this is the school-wide average instead.
68%
Continued in education
HE + FE + other
64%
Higher Education
−4pp vs grammar avg
68%
Russell Group
Cohort destination breakdown
Destinations trend
Strongest at
Design & Technology
64 entries
100%
+1.5pp vs school
French
47 entries
100%
+1.5pp vs school
Physical Education
28 entries
100%
+1.5pp vs school
Watch list
German
44 entries
93%
-5.3pp vs school
Computer Science
40 entries
95%
-3.5pp vs school
Strongest at
Maths
62 entries
100%
+5.5pp vs school
English literature
30 entries
100%
+5.5pp vs school
Sociology
21 entries
100%
+5.5pp vs school
Watch list
German
5 entries
0%
-94.5pp vs school
Design and Technology (Product Design)
9 entries
89%
-5.7pp vs school
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 6 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Mathematics. Most subjects require grade 6 or above in the specific subject. Some subjects like Mathematics and Sciences require grade 7 or above.
Subjects Offered
Largest group: White British (58.7%)
England avg ≈ 24%
≈ 18 pts below the England average — proportion of pupils whose family qualifies for free school meals (a measure of catchment affluence).
England avg ≈ 18%
≈ 3 pts below the England average — proportion of pupils whose first language is not English.
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding
Sixth Form
Outstanding
Per-pupil funding
2025/26≈ £335 (-5%) below the English average
Most English state secondaries spend 75–80% of their budget on staff. Higher figures usually mean smaller class sizes; lower figures mean more spent on premises, supplies, or capital projects.
£4,060
Teaching Staff / pupil
£475
Educational Supplies / pupil
£421
Premises / pupil
Revenue reserve / pupil
£241
The school holds a surplus per pupil — money set aside that can absorb unexpected costs or fund future projects without affecting day-to-day teaching.
Total grant: £6,007,630 · 901 pupils funded
How the 2025/26 allocation broke down. Each stream is a signal about the school's intake — bigger deprivation / EAL / SEN top-ups indicate a school serving a more challenging cohort.
Basic entitlement
£5,133,291
Core per-pupil funding before any top-ups.
Pupil Premium
£58,050
Targeted funding for 54 disadvantaged pupils.
Deprivation top-up
£200,325
Aggregates FSM, FSM6 and IDACI deprivation bands.
EAL top-up
£20,735
English-as-additional-language premium — paid for pupils whose first language isn't English.
Prior attainment top-up
£3,748
Funding for pupils arriving below age-related expectations.
Notional SEN
£73,384
Earmarked SEN budget inside the schools block.
Lump sum
£145,100
Fixed per-school grant — size-independent.
Schools budget support grant
£54,416
Government pay-and-pension support grant.
National Insurance grant
£70,199
Compensation for the increase in employer NI contributions.
1,259 / 1,210(104%)
Subjects Offered
Entry Requirements
Minimum of 6 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Mathematics. Most subjects require grade 6 or above in the specific subject. Some subjects like Mathematics and Sciences require grade 7 or above.
1:18.6
Staff:Pupil Ratio
100%
Qualified Teachers
4.01%
Absence Rate
6.18%
Persistent Absence
Modern purpose-built facilities including science laboratories, IT suites, library, sports hall, drama studio, music rooms, art studios, dining hall, and extensive outdoor space with playing fields and tennis courts.
Sports
Sports hall, outdoor tennis courts, netball courts, playing fields for hockey and athletics, fitness suite, and access to local facilities for swimming and other activities.
STEM
Fully equipped science laboratories for biology, chemistry and physics, multiple IT suites with modern computers, design technology workshop, and mathematics classrooms with interactive technology.
Arts
Drama studio with professional lighting and sound equipment, multiple music practice rooms and ensemble spaces, art studios with specialist equipment for different media, and performance spaces for concerts and productions.
Library
Well-resourced library with extensive book collection, digital resources, study spaces, and librarian support. Quiet study areas and group work spaces available with access to online databases and research materials.
Capital Projects
Recent investments in science laboratory refurbishment and IT infrastructure upgrades. Ongoing improvements to sports facilities and classroom technology.
Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme, drama productions, music ensembles including choir and orchestra, sports teams including netball and athletics, debating society, Model United Nations, various subject-specific clubs, community service projects
Sports
Music & Performing Arts
School choir, orchestra, wind band, chamber groups, jazz ensemble, annual school productions, drama club, and regular concerts throughout the year.
Clubs & Societies
Duke of Edinburgh
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Trips & Exchanges
Educational visits linked to curriculum subjects, residential trips, foreign exchange programmes with partner schools, university visits, and cultural trips to museums and theatres.
Community Service
Community service opportunities through various local charities, environmental projects, peer mentoring schemes, and links with local primary schools and community organizations.
Uniform
Students wear a navy blazer with school badge, white shirt/blouse, school tie, navy skirt or trousers, black shoes, and navy jumper or cardigan. Sixth form students have a relaxed dress code with business attire expected. PE kit includes navy shorts/skirt, white polo shirt, navy hoodie, and appropriate sports shoes.
School Meals
School canteen provides hot and cold meals daily. Free school meals available for eligible students. Cashless payment system in operation. Students may also bring packed lunches.
Homework Policy
Homework is set regularly to consolidate learning and develop independent study skills. Students are expected to complete all homework to a high standard and submit on time. The amount varies by year group and subject, with guidance provided in student planners.
Behaviour Policy
The school operates a positive behaviour policy based on mutual respect, high expectations and clear boundaries. The policy emphasizes praise and recognition for good behaviour, with a structured system of sanctions for inappropriate behaviour. Students are expected to demonstrate the school values at all times.
Mobile Phone Policy
Mobile phones may be brought to school but must be switched off and stored securely during the school day. They should not be visible or used anywhere on the school premises during school hours without explicit permission from staff.
SEND Provision
The school has a dedicated SEND team and offers support for students with special educational needs and disabilities. They provide individual learning plans, exam access arrangements, and work closely with external agencies when needed. The school aims to ensure all students can access the curriculum and achieve their potential.
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Nearest Station: Bournemouth
Transport Info
The school is accessible by public transport with regular bus services. Cycle storage available on site. Limited parking available for sixth form students. School encourages walking and cycling where possible.
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