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Avonbourne Girls Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Avonbourne Girls Academy is a academy converter secondary school in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , serving pupils aged 11–19, with 1188 pupils, and a capacity of 1538 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

11–19

Age range

1,188

Pupils

1,538

Capacity

77%

Fill rate

Avonbourne Girls Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Avonbourne Girls Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole catchment area documents →

Avonbourne Girls Academy — School Information

Full address
Harewood Avenue, Bournemouth, BH7 6NY
Local authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
24.2% of pupils
DfE URN
138193

Other Secondary Schools in Bournemouth

If Avonbourne Girls Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bournemouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Avonbourne Girls Academy

Is Avonbourne Girls Academy oversubscribed?

Avonbourne Girls Academy has a capacity of 1538 places and currently has 1188 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

What is the admissions policy for Avonbourne Girls Academy?

Admission to Avonbourne Girls Academy is managed by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Avonbourne Girls Academy cover?

Avonbourne Girls Academy is a secondary school in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, serving pupils aged 11–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.