Best 3 Primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

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 primary schools: St Katharine's Church of England Primary School (Primary) in Bournemouth; Avonwood Primary School (Primary) in Bournemouth; Canford Heath Infant School (Primary) in Poole — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares St Katharine's Church of England Primary School, Avonwood Primary School and Canford Heath Infant School. They are primary phase and voluntary aided school and academy converter type located around Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole, Dorset. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (St Katharine's Church of England Primary School), published Sep 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for St Katharine's Church of England Primary School (Sep 2024). average roll around ≈ 450, combined total ≈ 1,300, typical FSM 5–10%, range 5–10%–10–15%; spread across trusts such as UNITED LEARNING TRUST and TEACH POOLE.

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Attribute	St Katharine's Church of England Primary School BH6 4NA	Avonwood Primary School BH7 6NB	Canford Heath Infant School BH17 8PJ
Phase / Type	Primary • Voluntary aided school	Primary • Academy converter	Primary • Academy converter
Location	Bournemouth Dorset BH6 4NA	Bournemouth Dorset BH7 6NB	Poole Dorset BH17 8PJ
Latest Ofsted	1 9 Sep 2024	1 20 May 2024	1 15 May 2023
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 500 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 350 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	436	—	360
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	—	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Not applicable	Non-selective	Not applicable
Trust / Local authority	Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (839)	UNITED LEARNING TRUST	TEACH POOLE
Website	www.stkatharinesceprimary.co.uk	www.avonwoodprimaryschool.org.uk	www.chis.poole.sch.uk
Telephone	01202426663	01202727910	01202380015
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

St Katharine's Church of England Primary School

BH6 4NA

Phase / Type: Primary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Bournemouth
Dorset
BH6 4NA
Ofsted: 1 9 Sep 2024
Pupils: ≈ 450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (839)
Website: www.stkatharinesceprimary.co.uk
Telephone: 01202426663

Avonwood Primary School

BH7 6NB

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Bournemouth
Dorset
BH7 6NB
Ofsted: 1 20 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 500 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Website: www.avonwoodprimaryschool.org.uk
Telephone: 01202727910

Canford Heath Infant School

BH17 8PJ

Phase / Type: Primary • Academy converter
Location: Poole
Dorset
BH17 8PJ
Ofsted: 1 15 May 2023
Pupils: ≈ 350 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: TEACH POOLE
Website: www.chis.poole.sch.uk
Telephone: 01202380015

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.