Burton Church of England Primary School
Christchurch, BH23 7JY · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole · primary school
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46th of 50 primary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole we can score, 66 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 4,083 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.9/10 among them, against 2.8/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 53.0 · 24 | 40% | 0.96 |
| Ofsted | 12 | 35% | 0.40 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 4.0 · 35 | 25% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Burton Church of England Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 53.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared with the national median of 64%. 4.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.9 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally. The school was inspected in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join netball, skateboarding, creative writing, dance, football, handball and an after-school art club. An after-school club is also available for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 258 pupils against a stated capacity of 316. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are below the expected standard in maths? What specific areas did the January 2026 inspection highlight for improvement?
What Ofsted said about Burton Church of England Primary School
Overview
Burton Church of England Primary School is described as an inclusive environment where pupils feel "happy and well looked after." Leaders have significantly improved the curriculum and support systems since the last inspection, ensuring that pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), are well prepared for the next stage of their education. The school fosters a culture where pupils feel safe, valued, and respected.
Strengths
- Inclusion is a key strength, with "highly effective systems" to identify and support disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, including dedicated resources like the 'Dolphin Room'.
- The curriculum has been "greatly improved," with careful design ensuring pupils' knowledge builds over time and gaps are quickly identified and addressed.
- Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes to learning, behave well, and respect one another, with bullying being "very rare."
- Attendance has improved steadily and is now in line with national averages, supported by effective collaboration with families.
- Pupils benefit from a broad range of enrichment opportunities, such as clubs and trips, which develop confidence and cultural knowledge.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure improvements to teaching and the curriculum in mathematics are embedded so pupils build fluency and secure foundational knowledge.
- There is ongoing work to ensure pupils’ knowledge of the diversity of modern Britain is "consistently detailed."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 58% |
| 2023/24 | 58% |
| 2024/25 | 53% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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