Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School
101%
Capacity
417
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School
Moordown St John's 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 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 411 places).
Ofsted has rated Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Paul Ruffle, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 68% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4806th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 17th out of 50 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 207 applications for 60 places, making it 3.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 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 Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sensory Room, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Cross Country, Athletics, as well as clubs including Drama, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Moordown St John's 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 | Vicarage Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH9 2SA |
| Headteacher | Paul Ruffle |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.1% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 411 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4806th of 13,686
Nationally
427th of 1,469
In South West
17th 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
68%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
68%
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
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
207
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Moordown St John's Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Vicarage Road, Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH9 2SA
Vicarage Road, Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH9 2SA
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