Hill View Primary School
96%
Capacity
606
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Hill View Primary School
Hill View 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 606 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Hill View Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Victoria Buckland, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7506th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 50 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Hill View Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 169 applications for 80 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 65 were first-preference applications.
Hill View Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.2/5 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 Hill View Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Athletics, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 15.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Hill View 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 | Hill View Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH10 5BD |
| Headteacher | Victoria Buckland |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 606 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 15.5% |
| School Capacity | 606 / 630 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 May 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 May 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jan 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7506th of 13,686
Nationally
711th of 1,469
In South West
31st 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
61%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
61%
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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed80
169
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
65 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hill View Road, Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH10 5BD
Hill View Road, Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH10 5BD
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