Stourfield Infant School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 5-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Cranleigh Road Southbourne Bournemouth Dorset BH6 5JS |
| Reference Number | 138815 |
Stourfield Infant School has made significant progress since its previous inspection, moving from a grade of Requires Improvement to Good. The school's leadership, supported by the Twynham Learning Trust, has been instrumental in driving improvements across all areas. Pupils at Stourfield enjoy a supportive and positive learning environment where adults foster strong relationships, ensuring that students feel safe and valued. The broad and balanced curriculum enables pupils to develop their skills and knowledge effectively, particularly in reading and mathematics, which are prioritized throughout the school.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 221 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.85%
Girls: 46.15% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 10.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 11.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 27.6 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34 | 26 | 60 |
| 2 | 45 | 41 | 86 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 72.4% |
| White, Other | 12.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.2% |
| African | 2.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.8% |
| Chinese | 0.9% |
| White & Asian | 0.9% |
| Irish | 0.9% |
| Asian, Other | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 20 Feb 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 Feb 2024 | School inspection: |
| 20 Oct 2021 | School inspection: |
| 02 Oct 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 19 Jan 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| Previously as Stourfield Infant School | |
| 19 Jan 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 31 Jan 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 31 Jan 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Mar 2001 | Full inspection |
| 26 Mar 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils exhibit positive relationships and a sense of safety.
- Robust attendance management resulting in high attendance.
- High expectations and well-established routines in classrooms.
- A broad curriculum that supports pupils' interests and talents.
- Effectiveness in teaching early reading and phonics.
- Strong support for pupils with special educational needs.
- Active parental engagement and appreciation of the school's community spirit.
Areas for Improvement
- Assessment practices in wider curriculum subjects need improvement.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 26 | 5 |
| Third Preference | 40 | 2 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Stourfield Junior School
Stourvale Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH6 5JG |
0 miles |
|
St James' Church of England Primary Academy
Pokesdown Hill, Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 6DW |
0.6 miles |
|
Pokesdown Community Primary School
Livingstone Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH5 2AS |
0.8 miles |
|
Avonwood Primary School
Harewood Avenue, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 6NB |
0.92 miles |
|
Christchurch Junior School
Clarendon Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 2AA |
0.99 miles |
|
Christchurch Infant School
Addiscombe Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 2AE |
1.02 miles |
|
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
St James's Square, Boscombe, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH5 2BX |
1.08 miles |
|
The Priory Church of England Primary School
Wick Lane, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1HX |
1.35 miles |
|
King's Park Academy
Ashley Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 4NB |
1.45 miles |
|
Jewell Academy Bournemouth
Jewell Road, Townsend, Jewell Academy, Bournemouth, BH8 0LT |
1.48 miles |
|
St Katharine's Church of England Primary School
Rolls Drive, Southbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH6 4NA |
1.49 miles |
|
Twynham Primary School
Marsh Lane, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 2NH |
1.53 miles |
|
Park School
43-49 Queens Park South Drive, Bournemouth, BH8 9BJ |
1.64 miles |
|
St Clement's and St John's Church of England Infant School
St Clement's Road, Boscombe, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 4DZ |
1.8 miles |
|
Bethany Church of England Junior School
Knole Road, Boscombe, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH1 4DJ |
1.87 miles |
|
Mudeford Community Infants' School
Queen's Road, Mudeford, Queens Road Christchurch, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 3HH |
2.26 miles |
|
Burton Church of England Primary School
Campbell Road, Burton, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 7JY |
2.33 miles |
|
Malmesbury Park Primary School
Lowther Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 8LU |
2.34 miles |
|
Queen's Park Infant Academy
East Way, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9PU |
2.35 miles |
|
Somerford Primary School
Draper Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 3AS |
2.38 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Tregonwell Academy
Petersfield Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 6QP |
0.78 miles |
|
Avonbourne Boys' Academy
Harewood Avenue, Bournemouth, BH7 6NZ |
0.87 miles |
|
Avonbourne Girls Academy
Harewood Avenue, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH7 6NY |
0.88 miles |
|
Bournemouth Collegiate School
College Road, Bournemouth, BH5 2DY |
1.03 miles |
|
St Peter's Catholic Comprehensive School
St Catherine's Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH6 4AH |
1.05 miles |
|
Twynham School
Sopers Lane, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 1JF |
1.12 miles |
|
Connie Rothman School
Christchurch Community Church, Millhams Street, Christchurch, BH23 1DN |
1.39 miles |
|
The Stable School
12 Dudmoor Farm Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 6AQ |
1.85 miles |
|
The Bishop of Winchester Academy
Mallard Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9PW |
2.01 miles |
|
Bournemouth School for Girls
Castle Gate Close, Castle Lane West, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9UJ |
2.24 miles |
|
The Grange School
Redvers Road, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 3AU |
2.34 miles |
|
Bournemouth School
East Way, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9PY |
2.39 miles |
|
Linwood School
Alma Road, Winton, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH9 1AJ |
2.64 miles |
|
Livingstone Academy Bournemouth
Madeira Road, Bournemouth, BH1 1PA |
2.73 miles |
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Kings Bournemouth
58 Braidley Road, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH2 6LD |
3.08 miles |
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Glenmoor Academy
Beswick Avenue, Ensbury Park, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4EX |
3.67 miles |
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Winton Academy
Winton Way, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH10 4HT |
3.71 miles |
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Highcliffe School
Parkside, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 4QD |
3.87 miles |
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Portfield School
Parley Lane, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 6BP |
3.99 miles |
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Talbot Heath School
Rothesay Road, Bournemouth, BH4 9NJ |
4.05 miles |