The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Bournemouth, BH8 9PW · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole · secondary school
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14th of 23 secondary schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole we can score, 24 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 — 5.7/10 against 906 of them, against 5.4/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 46.3 · 54 | 30% | 1.61 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.12 · 58 | 25% | 1.46 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 45.1 · 45 | 10% | 0.45 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Bishop of Winchester Academy overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in May 2023. In 2024/25, 52.6% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 49.6, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.12 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join football, rugby, netball, cricket, and trampoline clubs.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,162 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,250. 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 to maintain the progress seen in the 2023/24 data? What specific support is available for students aiming to raise their Attainment 8 scores?
What Ofsted said about The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders hold high expectations, resulting in pupils who behave well and make strong links between subjects. It highlights an ambitious curriculum, particularly in literacy and mathematics, alongside an impressive range of extra-curricular activities that help pupils ‘live life to the full’. The inspection notes that while teaching is effective and safeguarding is robust, there are specific areas regarding coordination for complex needs and communication that require attention.
Strengths
- Teachers possess good subject knowledge and break learning into manageable chunks, ensuring pupils are ready before moving on.
- Leaders have prioritised literacy and mathematics, with pupils learning new vocabulary in every subject and building a deep understanding of maths beyond the national curriculum.
- Pupils benefit from over 100 extra-curricular clubs, with high attendance ensured for disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- The sixth form offers a high-quality careers programme, including interview practice and employer links, helping many students secure places at selective universities.
- Staff are well-trained in safeguarding, understand their responsibilities, and report concerns effectively within a strong culture of safety.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must improve the coordination of provision for a small number of pupils with complex needs and refine systems for checking quality and impact.
- Leaders and governors need to communicate more effectively with parents and pupils to ensure they understand school actions and decisions.
Safeguarding
The report states that ‘the arrangements for safeguarding are effective’, noting a strong culture where staff are well-trained, report concerns promptly, and work closely with other agencies to support pupils.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 46.9 |
| 2024/25 | 49.6 |
| 2025/26 | 45.1 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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