Pokesdown Community Primary School
99%
Capacity
417
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Pokesdown Community Primary School
Pokesdown Community 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 417 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Pokesdown Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Alison Bayliss, 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 4799th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 50 in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
Pokesdown Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 154 applications for 57 places, making it 2.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 45 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Pokesdown Community Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Netball, Gymnastics, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Drama, Film Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Pokesdown Community 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 | Livingstone Road, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH5 2AS |
| Headteacher | Alison Bayliss |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 417 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.1% |
| School Capacity | 417 / 420 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (68%)
4799th of 13,686
Nationally
426th of 1,469
In South West
16th 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
12%
Higher Standard
'22/23
66%
'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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed57
154
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
45 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.
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Contact Information
Livingstone Road, Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH5 2AS
Livingstone Road, Bournemouth
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH5 2AS
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