Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Bournemouth, BH5 2BX · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole · primary school
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18th 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.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 6.9/10 against 4,263 of them, against 6.9/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 67.0 · 57 | 40% | 2.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 18.0 · 89 | 25% | 2.23 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 18.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (6.9 out of 10 either way). Ofsted rated the school Good in January 2025.
Getting in
The published school roll is 459 pupils against a stated capacity of 463. 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 recent Good inspection influence current teaching priorities? What support is available for pupils who need extra help in maths?
What Ofsted said about Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
Overview
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” It is described as a “wonderful place to learn” that provides a “warm and nurturing education” for pupils from all backgrounds. The school continues to deliver high-quality education, with pupils making “tremendous progress” and achieving strong outcomes.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “carefully constructed,” “challenging,” and explicitly tailored to support pupils with English as an additional language and those who are refugees.
- Teaching is highly effective, with staff adept at identifying misconceptions and emphasising key vocabulary, helping pupils develop “deep knowledge” and articulate their learning well.
- Reading is prioritised through a well-trained phonics programme and books that allow pupils to “see themselves,” resulting in confident and fluent readers.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is robust, with lessons adapted to meet individual needs, enabling them to “progress extremely well.”
- Character education is thoughtfully developed, fostering resilience, attendance, and a strong sense of community through initiatives like ‘golden apples’ and leadership roles.
Areas to improve
- Current strategies to manage staff workload and support well-being are “not fully effective,” with some staff having concerns that are negatively impacting morale. The school should work with staff to ensure all feel valued and that workload is well considered.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 81% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| 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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