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Bournemouth School for Girls

Bournemouth School for Girls is a Secondary school in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Use our free interactive catchment tool to check whether any property falls within this school's catchment area.

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Ages 11-18Age range
SecondarySchool phase
104%Capacity used (1259 of 1210 pupils)
6.40%Free school meals eligible
OutstandingOfsted rating

⚠️ Important: Catchment Measuring Points Vary

School catchment distances are not always measured from the school's postcode or map pin. Some schools measure from the school gates, others from the main entrance, a specific published measuring point, or the centre of the school building. Always check Bournemouth School for Girls's published admissions policy or contact Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council directly to confirm the exact measuring point before relying on any distance calculation.

School Details

School nameBournemouth School for Girls
URN136996
AddressCastle Gate Close, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9UJ
Telephone01202526289
HeadteacherDavid Sims (Headteacher)
School typeAcademy converter
PhaseSecondary
Age rangeAges 11-18
GenderGirls
Admissions policySelective
Local authorityBournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
RegionSouth West
Approx. coordinates50.75021, -1.851444 (indicative only — see warning above)

Admissions Information

📌 How places are allocated at this school

This is a selective school — places are allocated based on entrance examination results, not catchment distance. Our tool can help you visualise the school's location, but distance from home is not the primary admissions criterion. Contact the school directly for entrance test details.

Key Information for Parents

📍 How to use our catchment tool

Click "Open Catchment Tool" above, add this school by searching for its name or postcode, enter the catchment distance from the school's admissions policy, then check any address to see if it falls inside or outside catchment.

📄 Find the admissions policy

The official admissions policy for Bournemouth School for Girls will be published on the school's website or on the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council website. Search for "Bournemouth School for Girls admissions policy" to find the current year's document.

📋 Ofsted Inspection

Visit the Ofsted reports website to find the latest inspection report and rating for this school.

📋 Ofsted Rating: Outstanding

Latest Ofsted inspection rated this school as Outstanding. Inspection date: 08/05/2024. Quality of education: Outstanding. Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding. Leadership: Outstanding. Read the full Ofsted report.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check if my address is in the catchment area for Bournemouth School for Girls?

Use our free catchment tool above. Enter the school's name or postcode to plot it on the map, add the catchment radius from the school's admissions policy, then use "Check Address" to test any postcode or address. Always verify the exact measuring point with Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council or the school directly.

Where can I find the official catchment distance for Bournemouth School for Girls?

The school's admissions policy document contains the oversubscription criteria and published catchment distances. For community schools, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council publishes annual admissions statistics including the furthest distance offered at each school. For academies and faith schools, check the school's own website.

Is the catchment area for Bournemouth School for Girls the same every year?

No — catchment distances change year on year depending on how many children apply and how many places are available. Always use the most recent admissions data from the school or local authority.

What is the URN for Bournemouth School for Girls?

The Unique Reference Number (URN) for Bournemouth School for Girls is 136996. Use this to look up the school on the Get Information About Schools service or find Ofsted reports.

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