The Epiphany School
Bournemouth, BH9 3PE · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole · primary school
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15th 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 2,153 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.5/10 among them, against 7.2/10 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 | 77.0 · 82 | 40% | 3.28 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 8.0 · 57 | 25% | 1.43 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Epiphany School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 77.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 8.0% achieved it against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in December 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.5 out of 10 among them, against 7.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the school choir or learn piano, guitar, violin, flute, percussion, clarinet, or mini bass. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 417 pupils against a stated capacity of 420. 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 not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the curriculum balance instrumental music lessons with other creative subjects?
What Ofsted said about The Epiphany School
Overview
The Epiphany School continues to be a good school, providing a harmonious and supportive environment where pupils flourish. Staff maintain high expectations, resulting in strong attendance, positive behaviour, and a curriculum that prioritises reading and deep understanding in established subjects.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve well, particularly in reading, where staff use a "phonics programme" that has had a "marked impact" and ensures "no pupil is left behind".
- The school’s values of "love, courage and respect" are evident, with pupils showing good manners, empathy, and pride in their roles as "superb role models".
- Behaviour is excellent, creating a "safe place to learn" where pupils are "free from disruption" and feel confident sharing worries with adults.
- Teachers effectively assess understanding and support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they "experience success" and produce "work of a high standard".
- Parents are "overwhelmingly complimentary" about the school’s work and the "positive community spirit".
Areas to improve
- In some curriculum subjects, "key concepts and vocabulary" are not as clearly defined as in others, meaning pupils lack the same "depth of knowledge". The school should ensure these are clearly set out to build consistent learning across all subjects.
Safeguarding
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 | 70% |
| 2023/24 | 60% |
| 2024/25 | 77% |
| 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
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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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