Heatherlands Primary School
99%
Capacity
624
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Heatherlands Primary School
Heatherlands Primary School 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 624 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Heatherlands Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julian Churchill, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 58% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 8497th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 50 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Heatherlands Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 215 applications for 86 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 83 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heatherlands Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Cross Country, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Coding, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Heatherlands 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Library Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH12 2BG |
| Headteacher | Julian Churchill |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 624 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.6% |
| School Capacity | 624 / 630 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (30 Mar 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Jan 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (58%)
8497th of 13,686
Nationally
818th of 1,469
In South West
37th 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
58%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
57%
'23/24
58%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed86
215
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
83 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Library Road, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH12 2BG
Library Road, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH12 2BG
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