Winton Primary School
Bournemouth, BH9 2TG · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole · primary school
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5th 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 — 9.8/10 against 4,298 of them, against 9.7/10 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 | 88.0 · 96 | 40% | 3.85 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 29.0 · 98 | 25% | 2.44 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Winton Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 88.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 29.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2024. 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 (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.7 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Watercolour Club and Swim Safe, with both breakfast and after-school clubs available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 840 pupils against a stated capacity of 840. 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
Since the school is at full capacity, how does the admissions process handle new applications for the next academic year? With 88.0% meeting expected standards, what specific support is offered to pupils who need to bridge the gap to the higher standard? How does the school integrate the Watercolour Club into the broader curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Winton Primary School
Overview
Winton Primary School continues to be a good school, where pupils are proud of their community and demonstrate consistently positive attitudes to learning. The report highlights strong relationships between staff, pupils, and families, with parents being overwhelmingly positive about the high quality of education and care provided.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve strong outcomes in reading, writing, and mathematics, with most developing into "fluent and confident readers."
- Staff build strong relationships with pupils, who show kindness, are well-mannered, and take on meaningful leadership roles such as "eco-squad" or "house leader."
- The curriculum is well-planned in most subjects, with a clear priority on learning "subject-specific vocabulary" and effective assessment in areas like mathematics.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported to follow the same "ambitious curriculum," with staff knowing their needs well.
- Leaders place a high value on staff well-being and workload, allowing staff to plan and review the curriculum effectively.
Areas to improve
- Ensure staff share best practice in phonics teaching so that quality is consistently high, addressing instances where pupils do not fully participate or recall sounds accurately.
- Ensure the curriculum and assessment are well-planned in every subject, as leaders have not outlined important knowledge and its progression in sufficient detail in some areas.
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 | 93% |
| 2023/24 | 86% |
| 2024/25 | 88% |
| 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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