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St Katharine’s Church of England Primary School, Southbourne

Rolls Drive, Southbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset BH6 4NA

St Katharine's CofE Primary School, Southbourne BH6

10 simple reasons to choose St Katharine's Church of England Primary School, Southbourne

State primary school (voluntary aided) in Southbourne, Bournemouth.
For pupils aged 4 to 11 years.
Mixed school (about 50%/50%).
Day school.
Church of England faith school.
Non-selective admissions policy.
Medium sized school with an average of two classes per year.
School not tied to any one senior school.
No fees.

10 better reasons to choose St Katharine's Church of England Primary School, Southbourne

Schoolsmith Score®; 70.
One of the best state primary schools in Bournemouth and one of the 3 best independent or state primaries within 5 miles. Every year places in Reception are oversubscribed (first preference).
On average, 34.1 pupils per class and 29.2 pupils per teacher, from Year 1.
In the top 27% of schools in the country for attainment in Year 6 SATS exams, over the last 4 years.
The curriculum emphasises Christian social morality. Subjects are taught separately and reflect the themes of the school's 'Seaside Curriculum', with cross-curricular linking where appropriate. Primary Science Quality Mark Gold accreditation.
Head is a National Leader in Education, a recognised outstanding head who, together with the school staff (National Support School status), supports schools in challenging circumstances.
School curriculum also includes PSHE, French. There may be an occasional extra-curricular academic or hobby club.
School offers between 10 and 15 different sports over the course of the year. Competitive teams in major sports from Year 3. School Games Award Platinum accreditation.
Art and music are taught as discrete subjects to all pupils. DT, drama, dance integrated into other subjects. Choir and orchestra. The school offers each pupil between 5 and 10 different extra-curricular creative and performing arts clubs.
Rated as Good by Ofsted in its last full inspection in 2013.

Find another school near St Katharine's Church of England Primary School, Southbourne

Independent Prep Schools

The Park School, Bournemouth (3.9 miles); St Martin's School, Bournemouth (5.3 miles); Talbot House Preparatory School (5.8 miles).

Independent Senior Schools

Bournemouth Collegiate School (2.4 miles); Talbot Heath School (6.3 miles); Ballard School (8.2 miles).

State Senior Schools

Twynham School (1.5 miles); Bournemouth School for Girls (4.3 miles); Bournemouth School (4.7 miles).

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