Independent SeniorCo-educationalBoardingISI · Standards partially met

Bournemouth Collegiate School

Bournemouth, Dorset · BH5 2DY

AAB+ A-level

10%

9–7 GCSE

29.2%

Day fees

£20k

Inspection

Standards partially met

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School website

Bournemouth Collegiate School is a coeducational independent senior school with boarding facilities, serving pupils aged 11–18 in a coastal Dorset setting. The school combines traditional educational values with a contemporary approach to pastoral care and co-curricular provision, drawing on its heritage as an established independent institution. With around 400 pupils across the senior school, it offers a close-knit community while maintaining academic breadth and specialist facilities. The boarding option appeals to families valuing structure, care, and integration of day and residential pupils.

  • →Boarding option with integrated pastoral care and supervision
  • →All-through entry points (11, 13, 16) allowing continuity of education
  • →Coastal location with outdoor activity and wellbeing emphasis
  • →Strong co-curricular and music provision typical of independent schools
  • →Smaller roll enabling pastoral visibility and individual attention

Who thrives here

Pupils who thrive with structure, clear pastoral systems, and a balanced mix of academic challenge and co-curricular engagement. Boarding students seeking a supportive residential environment and day pupils from professional families in the Bournemouth conurbation and beyond.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports70th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeing100th pct

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeIndependent Senior · Boarding
Number of pupils396
Day pupils249
Boarders81
Sixth form85
Pupils with SEND83
Age range11–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£19.5k/yr
Boarding fees£37.5k/yr
AssociationsISC
Settingsuburban
LocationPostcode BH5 places the school in south-central Bournemouth; good local road links and rail access to London Waterloo (c. 2.5 hours). Served by local bus routes.

Contact & visit

College Road

Bournemouth, Dorset

BH5 2DY

ww.bournemouthcollegiateschool.co.uk
01202436550
Mrs Maria Coulter, Headmaster

Nearest stations

Bournemouth Railway Station12 min
Bournemouth Town Centre (local buses)8 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Bournemouth Collegiate School?

Day fees at Bournemouth Collegiate School are approximately £19,500 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.

How do you get into Bournemouth Collegiate School?

Bournemouth Collegiate School admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are Bournemouth Collegiate School's exam results?

At Bournemouth Collegiate School, 10% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 29.2% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Bournemouth Collegiate School a boarding school?

Bournemouth Collegiate School offers boarding as well as day places.

What is Bournemouth Collegiate School's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated Bournemouth Collegiate School “Standards partially met” (2017).

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Effective pastoral care and boarding provision for residential pupils

✓Strong sense of community and integration between day and boarding pupils

✓Accessible senior leadership and responsiveness to family concerns

✓Emphasis on wellbeing alongside academic progress

✓Established co-curricular and sports provision

Common concerns

!School not yet Ofsted-inspected; no external quality assurance rating publicly available

!Limited public information and digital presence may deter some prospective families

!Variable specialist facilities compared to larger independent schools