Bayside Academy

About Bayside Academy

Bayside Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 197 pupils on roll, operating at 73% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Bayside Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Leanne Tucker, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 42% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12199th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 47th out of 50 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Bayside Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 30 applications for 23 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Bayside Academy include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Forest School, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Dance, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Choir, Eco Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Bayside Academy 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.

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