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Bournemouth Collegiate School
- Secondary
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole BH5 2DY
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Bournemouth Collegiate School is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England/Christian school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 662 students from age 11-18 yr.
Tuition fee £2,570 to £5,330 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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Bournemouth Collegiate School is a private school in Dorset offering the very best in independent co-education, day and boarding, from ages 3-18.
You can find our Dorset private schools located across two sites in the Bournemouth area, our Senior School is positioned just a five-minute walk from the sunny sands of Southbourne beaches, while our Prep School is situated in the leafy suburb of Lower Parkstone.
Our focus at BCS is to offer a fulfilling, all-round holistic education which places equal importance on academic and personal achievements and developments for our pupils throughout their BCS journey. We have a greater responsibility than ever before to nurture and support our children to prepare them for this ever-changing world, ensuring we are ‘adding value’ to all aspects of their education as they attend our Dorset private schools.
We pride ourselves in delivering ‘Education with Character’, providing a breadth of opportunities and experiences which help inspire and round our students into confident, happy and ambitious young adults.
Our private school in Dorset offers an enhanced Prep curriculum, Senior curriculum, Sixth Form curriculum and enrichment programme which combine a dynamic mix of academic skills and extracurricular activities. From taking part in the BCS Sports Academies, to overseas trips and university visits; inspirational talks from industry leaders; and collaborative opportunities with our local, national and international partners.
We know that together, we consistently achieve the extraordinary. Take a moment to delve into the extraordinary stories of our past and current students who have played a huge role in making BCS one of the best private schools in Dorset.
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You can find our Dorset private schools located across two sites in the Bournemouth area, our Senior School is positioned just a five-minute walk from the sunny sands of Southbourne beaches, while our Prep School is situated in the leafy suburb of Lower Parkstone.
Our focus at BCS is to offer a fulfilling, all-round holistic education which places equal importance on academic and personal achievements and developments for our pupils throughout their BCS journey. We have a greater responsibility than ever before to nurture and support our children to prepare them for this ever-changing world, ensuring we are ‘adding value’ to all aspects of their education as they attend our Dorset private schools.
We pride ourselves in delivering ‘Education with Character’, providing a breadth of opportunities and experiences which help inspire and round our students into confident, happy and ambitious young adults.
Our private school in Dorset offers an enhanced Prep curriculum, Senior curriculum, Sixth Form curriculum and enrichment programme which combine a dynamic mix of academic skills and extracurricular activities. From taking part in the BCS Sports Academies, to overseas trips and university visits; inspirational talks from industry leaders; and collaborative opportunities with our local, national and international partners.
We know that together, we consistently achieve the extraordinary. Take a moment to delve into the extraordinary stories of our past and current students who have played a huge role in making BCS one of the best private schools in Dorset.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | - | - | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 13-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 7% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 14.30% | 15.40% | 60.40% |
| Day Fees | £2,570 to £5,330 | £6,353 | £11,497 |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 27.0 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 33.68% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 46.16% | 42.99% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 23.32% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.11% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.46% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.58 | 2.87 | 2.82 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 90.46% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 120 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.89% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 33.5% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | - | 33.64% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.29% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 15.64% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.29% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.29% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 24.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 34.78% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 46.59% | 45.26% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 23.81% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.86% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.65% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.05 | 2.95 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 83.9% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 112 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 78.86% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 35.59% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 35.03% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.14% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.66% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.48% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 24.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 34.3% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 47.88% | 43.34% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 28.76% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.48% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.79% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.37 | 3.15 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 84.33% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 113 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 77.44% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 33.07% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | - | 34.67% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.22% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.59% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.41% | 2.76% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 30.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.56% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 47.53% | 42.58% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 28.63% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 15.56% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 20.22% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.68 | 3.13 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 78.96% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 118 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 67.48% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 31.04% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 33.52% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.19% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.78% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.44% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.89% | 2.06% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 35.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 34.74% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 48.06% | 43.04% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 26.55% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 17.1% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.45% | 16.23% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 75% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 124 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 56.73% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.65% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 37.15% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.38% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.81% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.23% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 36.95 | 34.51 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.89 | 33.02 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.30% | 16.02% | 13.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 109 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 54.36% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.93% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 24.43% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.71% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 35.91 | 36.9 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.56 | 35.71 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.8% | 18.24% | 17.69% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 113 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 59.64% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.64% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 20.64% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.57% | 10.7% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.16 | 27.79 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.50 | 27.44 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.5% | 12.74% | 13.04% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 111 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | - | 49.81% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.81% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | - | 27.75% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.25% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.33 | 30.42 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.55 1 | 28.74 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.8% | 15.72% | 13.34% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 25% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.25% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 25.75% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.63% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.23 | 29.22 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33 | 28.31 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.7% | 12.68% | 12.63% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 31.5% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.71% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 33.64% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.14% | 4.23% |
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Fees
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£2,570 to £5,330
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£11,047
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 19th Oct 2023 - 30th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 15th Dec 2023 - 4th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 10th Feb 2024 - 18th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 27th Mar 2024 - 14th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 25th May 2024 - 2nd Jun 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 4th Jul 2024 - 4th Sep 2024 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
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