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Christchurch Infant School Catchment Area

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

Christchurch Infant School is a academy converter primary school in Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , serving pupils aged 5–7, with 303 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby primary schools below.

5–7

Age range

303

Pupils

360

Capacity

84%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2014

Christchurch Infant School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Christchurch Infant School 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 →

Christchurch Infant School — School Information

Full address
Addiscombe Road, Christchurch, BH23 2AE
Local authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–7 years
Free school meals
11.2% of pupils
DfE URN
150991

Other Primary Schools in Christchurch

If Christchurch Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Christchurch are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Christchurch Infant School

Is Christchurch Infant School oversubscribed?

Christchurch Infant School has a capacity of 360 places and currently has 303 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

What is the admissions policy for Christchurch Infant School?

Admission to Christchurch Infant School 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 Christchurch Infant School cover?

Christchurch Infant School is a primary school in Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, serving pupils aged 5–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Christchurch Infant School?

Christchurch Infant School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.