Kinson Academy

About Kinson Academy

Kinson Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 169 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.

Ofsted has rated Kinson Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michele Lawson, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 52% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10208th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 42nd out of 50 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Kinson Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 25 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 22 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Kinson Academy include Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Playing Fields.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Gymnastics, Swimming, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Book Club, Eco Club and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 47.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Kinson 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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