Longfleet Church of England Primary School
101%
Capacity
637
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Longfleet Church of England Primary School
Longfleet Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 637 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Longfleet Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nigel Helm, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9734th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 41st out of 50 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Longfleet Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 188 applications for 90 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 87 were first-preference applications.
Longfleet Church of England Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.2/5 from 6 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (282 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Longfleet Church of England Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Forest School, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Tennis, Athletics, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Choir, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Longfleet Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Jolliffe Avenue, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH15 2HF |
| Headteacher | Nigel Helm |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 637 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.0% |
| School Capacity | 637 / 630 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Mar 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Mar 2025): Standards maintained
Source: Ofsted, 13 May 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9734th of 13,686
Nationally
955th of 1,469
In South West
41st 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
54%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
54%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
282 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
188
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
87 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Longfleet Church of England Primary School
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Jolliffe Avenue, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH15 2HF
Jolliffe Avenue, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH15 2HF
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