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Schools in BH21

A postcode district in Dorset

  • Postcode district
  • 50 schools and nurseries

In short: BH21 is a postcode district in Dorset with 23 primary schools, 9 secondary schools and 22 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.

  • Schools and nurseries5023 primary · 9 secondary · 22 nurseries
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in BH21

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All BH21 primary schools

Top Primary Schools in BH21

23 in BH21, best first

Lockyer's Middle School

Wimborne, BH21 3HQ · Academy · Middle · Ages 9 to 13

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

Met the standard at 1176%

England 62%

Days missed
4.9%
Pupils
436
Pupils per teacher
20.5
View school Lockyer's Middle School

Allenbourn Middle School

Wimborne, BH21 1PL · Academy · Middle · Ages 9 to 13

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Results above the England average.

Met the standard at 1168%

England 62%

Days missed
6.3%
Pupils
499
Pupils per teacher
21.7
View school Allenbourn Middle School
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Top Secondary Schools in BH21

9 in BH21, best first

Lockyer's Middle School

Wimborne, BH21 3HQ · Academy · Middle · Ages 9 to 13

  • Ofsted:Good

Results well above the England average.

Met the standard at 1176%

England 62%

Days missed
4.9%
Pupils
436
Pupils per teacher
20.5
View school Lockyer's Middle School

Allenbourn Middle School

Wimborne, BH21 1PL · Academy · Middle · Ages 9 to 13

  • Ofsted:Good or better

Results above the England average.

Met the standard at 1168%

England 62%

Days missed
6.3%
Pupils
499
Pupils per teacher
21.7
View school Allenbourn Middle School
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Nurseries in BH21

22 in BH21, highest Ofsted grade first

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Sixth Forms in BH21

3 in BH21, by the school's Eduscope score

Queen Elizabeth's School

Wimborne, BH21 4DT · Academy · Secondary · Ages 13 to 18

  • Ofsted:Requires improvement

Results close to the England average.

Attainment 8 at 1644.4

England 46.2

Days missed
12.7%
Pupils
1,375
Pupils per teacher
17.5
View school Queen Elizabeth's School

Beaucroft Foundation School

Wimborne, BH21 2SS · Special · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
9.1%
Pupils
241
Pupils per teacher
6.0
View school Beaucroft Foundation School

Canford School

Wimborne, BH21 3AD · Independent · Secondary · Ages 13 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
650
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Canford School

Special Schools in BH21

5 in BH21. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Aurora Beeches School

Wimborne, BH21 5RT · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
48
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Aurora Beeches School

Beaucroft Foundation School

Wimborne, BH21 2SS · Special · All-through · Ages 4 to 19

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
9.1%
Pupils
241
Pupils per teacher
6.0
View school Beaucroft Foundation School

Private Schools in BH21

5 in BH21. Eduscope doesn't rank these.

Aurora Beeches School

Wimborne, BH21 5RT · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
48
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Aurora Beeches School

The White House School

Poole, BH21 3AP · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 to 14

  • Ofsted:Good

Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
46
Pupils per teacher
–
View school The White House School

Canford School

Wimborne, BH21 3AD · Independent · Secondary · Ages 13 to 18

  • ISI:Inspected

Independent school. Results aren't published in the same way.

Results

Not published for this kind of school.

Days missed
–
Pupils
650
Pupils per teacher
–
View school Canford School
The map

Every school in BH21, on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Sturminster Marshall First School, Requires improvement in 2 areasRushcombe First School, OutstandingCranborne Middle School, GoodCanford School, InspectedDumpton School, InspectedCastle Court School, InspectedBeaucroft Foundation School, GoodQueen Elizabeth's School, Requires improvementAllenbourn Middle School, Good or betterColehill First School, GoodHayeswood First School, GoodMerley First School, GoodSt John's Church of England First School, Wimborne, GoodSt Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill, GoodWitchampton Church of England First School, GoodThree Legged Cross First and Nursery School, GoodLockyer's Middle School, GoodAurora Boveridge College, GoodSouth West Regional Assessment Centre, Expected standard or betterAurora Beeches School, GoodHenbury View First School, GoodPamphill Church of England First School, GoodSt James Church of England First School, Good in every areaWimborne St Giles Church of England First School and Nursery, GoodCranborne Church of England First School, GoodWimborne First School and Nursery, GoodThe White House School, GoodHampreston Church of England Voluntary Aided First School, OutstandingVerwood Day Nursery Ltd, Expected standard in every areaThe Children's House Montessori Nursery, GoodThe Lantern Preschool, GoodMini Munchkins Day Nursery And After School Club, GoodColehill Nursery, GoodThe Chapel In The Valley Pre School, GoodThe Elves and Fairies Woodland Nursery, GoodLittle Owls Pre-School and Nursery, GoodChrysalis Montessori Nursery, GoodBlossoms Day Nursery, GoodTops Day Nurseries - Corfe Mullen, GoodDown in The Woods Pre-School Ltd, OutstandingSt John's Pre-School, GoodTops Day Nurseries - Wimborne, Expected standard in every areaWimborne Kindergarten, GoodJudy's House Ltd, OutstandingHappy Feet Nursery & Pre-SchoolJack and Jill Day Nursery, GoodRiver House Nursery, GoodPamphill Pre School Nursery, OutstandingThe Barn Nursery School, GoodSturminster Marshall Pre-School, Good
  • Outstanding5
  • Good34
  • Requires improvement1
  • Not graded yet10
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Schools in BH21 sit in 2 council areas. Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

By age

What's on offer for each age

Pick a stage to see every BH21 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.

Living here

What it's like for families

BH21 has 50 schools and nurseries.

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about BH21

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How many schools are in BH21?

BH21 has 50 schools, including 23 primary schools, 9 secondary schools, 22 nurseries, 5 independent schools, 5 special schools. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in BH21?

The highest-ranked schools in BH21 on Eduscope are Lockyer's Middle School, St Michael's Church of England Middle School, Colehill, Allenbourn Middle School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

How many private schools are in BH21?

There are 5 independent schools in BH21. Fees vary by school and age group, with day school fees typically ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per year. You can compare all private schools in BH21 on Eduscope, including ISI inspection ratings where available.

How do I choose the right school in BH21?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 50 schools in BH21 by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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