Avonwood Primary School
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Capacity
481
Pupils
5.5x
Demand
About Avonwood Primary School
Avonwood Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 481 pupils on roll.
the school is led by headteacher Chris Jackson, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 81% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1325th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 50 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Avonwood Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 321 applications for 58 places, making it 5.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 149 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Avonwood Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Swimming, Tennis, as well as clubs including Coding, Chess, Drama, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Avonwood Primary School is one of the options available in the South West region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Harewood Avenue, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH7 6NB |
| Headteacher | Chris Jackson |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 481 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.8% |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (81%)
1325th of 13,686
Nationally
110th of 1,469
In South West
4th of 50
In Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
81%
Expected Standard
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
76%
'23/24
81%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
321
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
149 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Avonwood Primary School
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Contact Information
Harewood Avenue, Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH7 6NB
Harewood Avenue, Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH7 6NB
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