Is Avonbourne Boys' Academy a good school?

Ofsted rated the school Outstanding at its last graded inspection on 29 November 2023. On the FindGreatSchools composite score it is graded B, 7th of 24 secondary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. The profile sets out the figures behind both.

What are Avonbourne Boys' Academy's GCSE results?

In the 2026 GCSEs, pupils at Avonbourne Boys' Academy averaged an Attainment 8 score of 47.4 (England: 46.2). 56.5% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths.

How do I apply for a place at Avonbourne Boys' Academy?

Applications for Year 7 places at Avonbourne Boys' Academy starting in September 2028 close on 31 October 2027. You apply through the council where you live, even for a school in another area, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 1 March 2028 (or the next working day).

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Avonbourne Boys' Academy

Harewood Avenue, Bournemouth, BH7 6NZ

Local ranking7th of 24 secondary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Ofsted: OutstandingUpdated

Secondary

Phase

900

Capacity

11-16

Age range

Boys

Gender

Latest data: 2026 GCSEs · Ofsted inspection 29 November 2023. Figures last updated 15 October 2026.

Year:

GCSE Results

2025-26

Average Attainment 8: 47.4 nat46.2
Grade 5+ Eng & Maths: 56.5% nat46.3%
Grade 4+ Eng & Maths: 71.7% nat64.8%
Cohort Size: 138

Destinations

After GCSE 2024-25

Sustained education/employment: 90.0%
Continued in education: 86.0%
Apprenticeships: 2.0%
Employment: 2.0%
Not sustained: 4.0%

Pupil Demographics

2024-25

Total Pupils: 840
Boys: 846 (100%)
Capacity: 900 (94% full)
SEND: 23.0%
FSM Eligible: 27.6%
EAL: 31.5%
SEN with EHC Plan: 2.5%
SEN Support: 20.5%
Pupil:Teacher Ratio: 16.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 51.6
Budget per Pupil: £7,588/yr

Attendance & Absence

2024-25

*Data not available for 2025-26 — showing latest available results

Overall Absence Rate: 6.5% nat6.2%
Persistent Absence: 18.4% nat15.8%

Persistent absence: pupils missing 10%+ of sessions.

School Information

Type: Academy converter
Phase: Secondary
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Boarders: No boarders
Admissions: Non-selective

Pupil Ethnicity

2024-25

White British: 58.6%
White Other: 16.9%
Black African: 5.8%
Other: 4.3%
Mixed Other: 3.4%
Asian Indian: 2.6%
Mixed White & Asian: 1.8%
Asian Other: 1.6%

58.6%

White British

16.9%

White Other

5.8%

Black African

Historical Trends

GCSE Performance

Pupil Demographics

Attendance & Absence

Contact & Location

01202398451

alison.hawkins@avonbourneacademy.org.uk

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Harewood Avenue

Bournemouth, South West

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Administrative

URN: 147467
UKPRN: 10084023
Establishment No.: 4008
Trust: UNITED LEARNING TRUST

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