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Bourne Grammar School Catchment Area

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

Bourne Grammar School is a academy converter secondary school in Bourne, Lincolnshire , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1740 pupils, and a capacity of 1700 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–18

Age range

1,740

Pupils

1,700

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2022

Bourne Grammar School Catchment Area Information

Entry to Bourne Grammar School is selective — applicants must pass the relevant admissions test. Among qualifying applicants, Lincolnshire may use distance or catchment area as a tiebreaker when the school is oversubscribed. Check the admissions policy for how the selection and distance criteria interact.

Currently oversubscribed: 1740 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1700 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The full admissions policy — including test registration dates, qualifying scores, and any distance criteria — is published by Lincolnshire before each admissions cycle. Verify your child's eligibility and your home address directly with the council.

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Bourne Grammar School — School Information

Full address
South Road, Bourne, PE10 9JE
Local authority
Lincolnshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Religious character
Christian
Admissions policy
Selective
Free school meals
6.4% of pupils
DfE URN
137793

Other Secondary Schools in Bourne

If Bourne Grammar School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bourne are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Bourne Grammar School

Is Bourne Grammar School oversubscribed?

Yes — Bourne Grammar School currently has 1740 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 1700 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Bourne Grammar School?

Bourne Grammar School is a selective school — admission requires passing the relevant admissions test. Lincolnshire publishes the full policy each year, including test dates, qualifying scores, and any distance tiebreaker.

What age range does Bourne Grammar School cover?

Bourne Grammar School is a secondary school in Bourne, Lincolnshire, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Bourne Grammar School?

Bourne Grammar School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2022. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.