Livingstone Road Infant School
48%
Capacity
216
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Livingstone Road Infant School
Livingstone Road Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 216 pupils on roll and is with plenty of spare capacity (48% of 450 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Livingstone Road Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Claire Addis, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
Livingstone Road Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 115 applications for 52 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Livingstone Road Infant School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Swimming, Netball and 1 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Eco Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Livingstone Road 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Livingstone Road, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH12 3DT |
| Headteacher | Claire Addis |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 216 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.6% |
| School Capacity | 216 / 450 (48% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
17 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (17 Nov 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2014. 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
115
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Livingstone Road, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH12 3DT
Livingstone Road, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH12 3DT
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