Published on Tuesday 16 April 2024
The majority (over 99 per cent) of children due to start primary school or due to transfer to a junior or middle school in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) this September have been offered a place at one of their preferred schools.
- 99.3 per cent of families living in BCP Council area have been offered a place in reception at one of their preferred schools.
- 99.5 per cent of families living in BCP Council area have been offered a place in year three (junior school) at one of their preferred schools.
- 99.5 per cent of families living in BCP Council area have been offered a place in year five (middle school) at one of their preferred schools.
The outcome of primary school applications will be shared with parents and carers today on National Offer Day, Tuesday 16 April 2024.
A total of 3,460 families living in the BCP area applied for a place in reception before the deadline of 15 January 2024. All children of parents in the BCP area who applied by the national deadline have been offered a school place for September 2024.
Parents and carers who applied online will be able to log on to view their school offer today. Offer letters will be sent to all parents who applied by the closing date of 15 January 2024.
Cathi Hadley, Corporate Director of Children’s Services, BCP Council said:
“We are pleased that we have been able to offer a high percentage of families one of their preferred schools for their children to attend from September. This is an increase on offers from last year. Choosing the right school is one of those important decisions that families make.
“We also recognise that some families may have questions regarding their child’s placement, and I would encourage them to contact the BCP Council School Admissions Team for help and advice.”
Families living in Bournemouth, Christchurch or Poole seeking information about school vacancies and options available, should contact the Admissions Team: 01202 123222 or 01202 127963.