Springdale First School
97%
Capacity
290
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Springdale First School
Springdale First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole community, welcoming children from age 5 to 9. The school has 290 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 300 places).
the school is led by headteacher Debbie Budden, it falls under Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority.
Springdale First School is a popular choice with families — it received 173 applications for 59 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 63 were first-preference applications.
Springdale First School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (123 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Visual Impairment. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Springdale First School include Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Science Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 1.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Springdale First 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 | 5 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Springdale Road, Broadstone, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH18 9BW |
| Headteacher | Debbie Budden |
| Local Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Number of Pupils | 290 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 1.7% |
| School Capacity | 290 / 300 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
123 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
173
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
63 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Springdale Road, Broadstone
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH18 9BW
Springdale Road, Broadstone
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, BH18 9BW
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