Grammar schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
There are 4 grammar schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. 2 are rated Outstanding and 0 Good by Ofsted. Each listing shows the year groups, Ofsted rating and how admissions work.
Applying for a place in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Starting secondary school (Year 7) in September 2027: applications close on 31 October 2026. Offers are sent on 1 March 2027.
- Grammar schools select by ability, usually through the 11+ test. Registration for the test normally closes in the summer before Year 6, earlier than the main application deadline, so check each school's website.
- You apply through the council where you live, even for schools in a different area, and late applications are considered after on-time ones.
Grammar schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, by town
Bournemouth
- Bournemouth School
Year 7 - Year 13 · Grammar · Boys only · BH8 9PY
Ofsted: Outstanding - Bournemouth School for Girls
Year 7 - Year 13 · Grammar · Girls only · BH8 9UJ
Ofsted: Outstanding
Poole
- Parkstone Grammar School
Year 7 - Year 13 · Grammar · Girls only · BH17 7EP
Ofsted: Not judged - Poole Grammar School
Year 7 - Year 13 · Grammar · Boys only · BH17 9JU
Ofsted: Not judged