What is the best primary school in Bournemouth?

On our composite score, St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Bournemouth, with a grade B. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Bournemouth?

There are 29 primary schools in Bournemouth with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Bournemouth ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Bournemouth?

Applications for Reception places in Bournemouth starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Bournemouth

Compare 29 top-rated primary schools in Bournemouth, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School vs St Katharine's Church of England Primary School

The best primary schools in Bournemouth

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St. Walburga's Catholic Primary School

St Katharine's Church of England Primary School

Avonwood Primary School

Winton Primary School

St Mark's Church of England Primary School

Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Queen's Park Academy

Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School

Muscliff Primary School

St James' Church of England Primary Academy

Stourfield Junior School

St Michael's Church of England Primary School

Hill View Primary Academy

Pokesdown Community Primary School

The Epiphany School

Jewell Academy Bournemouth

Elm Academy

Kingsleigh Primary School

King's Park Academy

Kinson Academy

Bearwood Primary and Nursery School

Malmesbury Park Primary School

Bethany Church of England Junior School

St Luke's Church of England Primary School

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