Best 3 Not applicable schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole – comparison

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Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of not applicable schools: The Quay School (Not applicable) in Poole; Tregonwell Academy (Not applicable) in Bournemouth; Linwood School (Not applicable) in Bournemouth — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Quay School, Tregonwell Academy and Linwood School. They are not applicable phase and academy alternative provision converter, academy special converter and community special school type located around Poole, Dorset and Bournemouth, Dorset. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (The Quay School), published Apr 2015. The most recent inspection on record is for The Quay School (Apr 2015). average roll around ≈ 200, combined total ≈ 600, typical FSM 55–60%, range 40–45%–70–75%; spread across trusts such as The Delta Education Trust and AUTHENTIC EDUCATION GROUP LIMITED.

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Attribute	The Quay School BH12 4HU	Tregonwell Academy BH7 6QP	Linwood School BH9 1AJ
Phase / Type	Not applicable • Academy alternative provision converter	Not applicable • Academy special converter	Not applicable • Community special school
Location	Poole Dorset BH12 4HU	Bournemouth Dorset BH7 6QP	Bournemouth Dorset BH9 1AJ
Latest Ofsted	1 23 Apr 2015	1 13 May 2013	1 22 Apr 2013
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 50 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 150 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	65–70% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	70–75% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	121	56	417
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Not applicable	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	The Delta Education Trust	AUTHENTIC EDUCATION GROUP LIMITED	Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (839)
Website	www.thequayschool.com	www.tregonwell-academy.co.uk	www.linwood.bournemouth.sch.uk
Telephone	01202716910	01202424361	01202525107
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Quay School

BH12 4HU

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy alternative provision converter
Location: Poole
Dorset
BH12 4HU
Ofsted: 1 23 Apr 2015
Pupils: ≈ 50 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 65–70% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Delta Education Trust
Website: www.thequayschool.com
Telephone: 01202716910

Tregonwell Academy

BH7 6QP

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Academy special converter
Location: Bournemouth
Dorset
BH7 6QP
Ofsted: 1 13 May 2013
Pupils: ≈ 150 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 70–75% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: AUTHENTIC EDUCATION GROUP LIMITED
Website: www.tregonwell-academy.co.uk
Telephone: 01202424361

Linwood School

BH9 1AJ

Phase / Type: Not applicable • Community special school
Location: Bournemouth
Dorset
BH9 1AJ
Ofsted: 1 22 Apr 2013
Pupils: ≈ 400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (839)
Website: www.linwood.bournemouth.sch.uk
Telephone: 01202525107

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.