Heathlands Primary Academy
81%
Capacity
183
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Heathlands Primary Academy
Heathlands Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 183 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 226 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Heathlands Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Janine Harries, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12317th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 49th out of 50 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Heathlands Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 36 applications for 23 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 21 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Heathlands Primary Academy include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Forest School, Library, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cricket, Football, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Art Club, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 70.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Heathlands Primary 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.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Springwater Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH11 8HB |
| Headteacher | Janine Harries |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 183 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 70.7% |
| School Capacity | 183 / 226 (81% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12317th of 13,686
Nationally
1279th of 1,469
In South West
49th 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
41%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
18%
'23/24
41%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed23
36
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
21 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Springwater Road, Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH11 8HB
Springwater Road, Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH11 8HB
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