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Bournemouth School for Girls
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Bournemouth School for Girls
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- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole BH8 9UJ
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils have an impressive knowledge of the highly ambitious curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is impeccable; pupils are eager to learn and contribute well to discussions.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers use their strong subject knowledge to explain new learning clearly.
Current Educational Practices: High-quality professional development supports staff well-being.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff are well supported and respected by leaders.
Opportunities for Involvement: Events that bring together the school and local community are led by pupils.
Communication: The views of pupils, parents, and staff are used to improve the school.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents use Ofsted Parent View to give opinions on their child's school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: The school ensures rigorous oversight of all aspects of the school’s work.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Trustees and school leaders work together to identify ways to improve the school even further.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school actively supports the well-being of their peers.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils' behaviour is exemplary, contributing strongly to kindness and respect.
Extracurricular Offerings: A vast array of talents and interests including robotics, outdoor education, debating and sporting clubs.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Leaders adjust the curriculum to maintain a balanced lifestyle while managing exam pressures.
Outdoor Facilities: The school has outdoor facilities for a host of sporting activities.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive high-quality careers information, advice and guidance.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students are supported to study courses well-matched to future aspirations.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities get the support they need to achieve well.
Subjects Offered: Curriculum is broad at all key stages, developing rich knowledge across subjects.
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Bournemouth School for Girls is a top rated, Secondary, Girls school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 1209 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 92% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.20% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our school is dedicated to upholding the highest academic standards by providing students with a well-rounded education in a motivating setting. Additionally, we think that a person's overall moral, spiritual, and cultural development go hand in hand with academic brilliance. All of our kids have unique abilities that we want to help them develop so they can have an impact on the world. Although asking this question can sound odd, you should give it careful thought. More than 800 pupils in grades seven through eleven attend Bournemouth School for Girls. With slightly over 300 pupils, the sixth form is a crucial component of the school. The Sixth Form at Bournemouth School for Girls has a lot of possibilities to grow as leaders and engage with younger students in the school community. It is a highly active and dynamic atmosphere. This can be very fulfilling, but it also puts a lot of pressure on you to set a good example for the many young ladies who will look up to you. Although you are choosing to continue your education in the Sixth Form, there are certain requirements and expectations that come with being a student at a school rather than a college. These include attendance at registration and courses, no smoking, and how you dress.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Boys |
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| Student teacher ratio | 18.8 | - | 18 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 92% | 98% | 94% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 21.40% | 35.00% | 23.00% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | 0.40 | 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 | 70.7 | 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 | 92% | 33.68% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 46.16% | 43.07% |
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 | 57% | 23.32% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 49% | 13.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 55% | 17.46% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.34 | 2.87 | 2.83 |
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 | 99% | 90.46% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 174 | 120 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 82.89% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 33.5% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 81% | 33.64% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 0.29% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.29% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 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 | 0.48 | 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 | 74.2 | 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 | 94% | 34.78% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 46.59% | 45.33% |
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 | 58% | 23.81% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 54% | 14.86% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 56% | 18.65% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.73 | 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 | 100% | 83.9% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 171 | 112 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 78.86% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 8% | 35.59% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 88% | 35.03% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.14% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 8% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.66% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.48% | 2.13% |
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 | 0.42 | 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 | 71.2 | 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 | 97% 2 | 34.3% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% 1 | 47.88% | 43.41% |
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 | 70% | 28.76% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 61% 6 | 14.48% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 66% 2 | 19.79% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.55 | 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 | 99% | 84.33% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 162 | 113 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 77.44% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 33.07% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 84% | 34.67% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.22% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.59% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 3.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.41% | 2.75% |
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 | 0.52 | 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 | 73.6 | 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 | 95% 2 | 35.56% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 47.53% | 42.62% |
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 | 66% | 28.63% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 55% 6 | 15.56% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 64% | 20.22% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.74 | 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 | 98% | 78.96% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 160 | 118 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 67.48% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 4% | 31.04% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 88% | 33.52% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.19% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.78% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.44% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.89% | 2.05% |
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 | 0.56 | 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 | 71.6 | 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 | 93% | 34.74% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 48.06% | 43.07% |
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 | 64% | 26.55% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 61% | 17.1% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 64% | 18.45% | 16.26% |
| 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 | 98% | 75% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 164 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 56.73% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 4% | 29.65% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 89% | 37.15% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 4.38% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.81% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.23% | 2.45% |
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 | 41.57 | 34.51 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.13 | 33.02 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.40% | 16.02% | 13.67% |
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 | 130 | 109 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 54.36% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.93% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 24.43% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 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 | 46.92 | 36.9 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 46.52 | 35.71 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 37.0% | 18.24% | 17.7% |
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 | 146 | 113 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 59.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 3.64% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 20.64% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 7.57% | 10.69% |
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 | 41.28 2 | 27.79 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.27 | 27.44 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.4% | 12.74% | 13.07% |
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 | 167 | 111 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 63% | 49.81% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 6.81% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 27.75% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 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 | 39.97 2 | 30.42 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.92 2 | 28.74 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 30.6% | 15.72% | 13.37% |
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 | 38 | 25% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 5.25% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 25.75% | 15.81% |
| 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 | 37.95 | 29.22 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.52 | 28.31 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.8% | 12.68% | 12.64% |
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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 25 | 31.5% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 7.71% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 33.64% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.14% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
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 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bournemouth School for Girls
Local authority ratio 19 : 1