Bournemouth Collegiate School
School summary
A small independent school on the south coast, Bournemouth Collegiate offers a coeducational, all-through experience from 11 to 18, including boarding for those who want it. With around 385 pupils and a Christian character, it has the feel of a close community rather than a large institution. Inspectors from the ISI rated the school good overall in its most recent inspection, with personal development singled out as excellent and all compliance standards met. Led by Mrs Maria Coulter, the school supports a notably high proportion of pupils with special educational needs.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 11 March 2025
Teaching & academics
Pupils work towards GCSEs, A-levels and BTEC qualifications, giving families a mix of academic and vocational routes. At sixth form, where around 85 pupils study, Psychology, Mathematics and Business Studies are popular choices, while Business Studies, the sciences, Geography, History and Fine Art draw strong numbers at GCSE. French is offered as a modern language, and academic scholarships are available for capable applicants.
Languages
GCSE subjects
Head · Mrs Maria Coulter
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 85
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- Christian
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 24.16%
- EHC plans
- 1.3%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £18,685
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £44,370 - £52,790
Schools nearby
Park School
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Bournemouth Christian School
Bournemouth, South West
Connie Rothman School
Christchurch, South West
Kings Bournemouth
Bournemouth, South West
The Stable School
South West
Talbot Heath School
Bournemouth, South West
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A small, pastorally strong school with boarding and a broad slate of academic and BTEC options. Worth a close look for families who value personal development and a flexible curriculum.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.