Courthill Infant School
95%
Capacity
342
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Courthill Infant School
Courthill Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 342 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated Courthill Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Carter, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
Courthill Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 311 applications for 118 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 113 were first-preference applications.
Courthill Infant School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.3/5 from 1 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Courthill Infant School include Sensory Room, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Gardening, Film Club, Drama and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Courthill Infant 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 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Courthill Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH14 9HL |
| Headteacher | Alison Carter |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 342 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.7% |
| School Capacity | 342 / 360 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Mar 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed118
311
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
113 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Courthill Road, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH14 9HL
Courthill Road, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH14 9HL
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