- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1182%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.3%
- Pupils
- 255
- Pupils per teacher
- 20.1
Schools in BH23
A postcode district in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Postcode district
- 41 schools and nurseries
In short: BH23 is a postcode district in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole with 14 primary schools, 7 secondary schools and 20 nurseries. Apply through the council where you live, which may not be the one a school is in.
- Schools and nurseries4114 primary · 7 secondary · 20 nurseries
Top-rated
All BH23 primary schoolsThe highest-rated schools in BH23
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.
Top Primary Schools in BH23
14 in BH23, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
39 first choices, 28 offers made
Met the standard at 1182%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 3.9%
- Pupils
- 215
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.4
- Ofsted:Good
Results well above the England average.
Met the standard at 1170%
England 62%
- Days missed
- 4.5%
- Pupils
- 479
- Pupils per teacher
- 22.4
Top Secondary Schools in BH23
7 in BH23, best first
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
192 first choices, 206 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.0%
- Pupils
- 1,651
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.0
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
256 first choices, 256 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.0%
- Pupils
- 1,519
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.9
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area
Results below the England average.
73 first choices, 74 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1639.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 15.7%
- Pupils
- 429
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.8
Nurseries in BH23
20 in BH23, highest Ofsted grade first
Dell Cottage Day Nursery
Christchurch, BH23 5QG · Nursery
- Ofsted:Outstanding
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Burton Day Nursery Ltd
Christchurch, BH23 7JN · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Burton Day Nursery Ltd
Christchurch, BH23 7JP · Nursery
- Ofsted:Good
Nurseries don't sit tests, so there are no results to compare.
Sixth Forms in BH23
5 in BH23, by the school's Eduscope score
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
192 first choices, 206 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.4
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 8.0%
- Pupils
- 1,651
- Pupils per teacher
- 17.0
- Ofsted:Good
Results close to the England average.
256 first choices, 256 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1648.1
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 7.0%
- Pupils
- 1,519
- Pupils per teacher
- 16.9
- Ofsted:Needs attention in 1 area
Results below the England average.
73 first choices, 74 offers made
Attainment 8 at 1639.8
England 46.2
- Days missed
- 15.7%
- Pupils
- 429
- Pupils per teacher
- 14.8
Special Schools in BH23
5 in BH23. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
Portfield School
Christchurch, BH23 6BP · 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
- 8.3%
- Pupils
- 144
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The Fortune Centre of Riding Therapy
Christchurch, BH23 8EE · Special · 16+ · Ages 16 to 25
- Ofsted:Good
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
The Stable School
Bh23 6aq · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 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
- 52
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Private Schools in BH23
2 in BH23. Eduscope doesn't rank these.
The Stable School
Bh23 6aq · Independent · All-through · Ages 6 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
- 52
- Pupils per teacher
- –
Connie Rothman School
Christchurch, BH23 1DN · Independent · Secondary · Ages 11 to 21
- ISI:Inspected
Specialist provision. Results aren't published in the same way.
Results
Not published for this kind of school.
- Days missed
- –
- Pupils
- 40
- Pupils per teacher
- –
The map
See them as a listEvery school in BH23, 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.
- Outstanding1
- Good27
- Requires improvement1
- Not graded yet12
Before you apply
Apply through the council where you live
Schools in BH23 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 BH23 school for that age, with filters for type, faith and Ofsted grade.
Living here
What it's like for families
BH23 has 41 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.
Keep up with schools in BH23
Follow any school and we'll email you when it gets a new Ofsted report or new results are out. Nothing else.
Questions
Questions parents ask about BH23
Nearby areas
How many schools are in BH23?
BH23 has 41 schools, including 14 primary schools, 7 secondary schools, 20 nurseries, 2 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 BH23?
The highest-ranked schools in BH23 on Eduscope are Mudeford Junior School, Twynham Primary School, Christchurch Junior 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 BH23?
There are 2 independent schools in BH23, all special schools for children with special educational needs, where councils usually pay the fees. You can compare them on Eduscope, including inspection reports where available.
How do I choose the right school in BH23?
Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 41 schools in BH23 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.