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LeAF Studio Catchment Area

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

LeAF Studio is a studio s secondary school in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , serving pupils aged 13–19, with 460 pupils, and a capacity of 500 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

13–19

Age range

460

Pupils

500

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

LeAF Studio Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at LeAF Studio are allocated by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

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.

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LeAF Studio — School Information

Full address
Holloway Avenue, Bournemouth, BH11 9JW
Local authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
School type
Studio schools
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
13–19 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
23.5% of pupils
DfE URN
138385

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If LeAF Studio is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bournemouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — LeAF Studio

Is LeAF Studio oversubscribed?

LeAF Studio is operating close to its capacity of 500 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for LeAF Studio?

Admission to LeAF Studio 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 LeAF Studio cover?

LeAF Studio is a secondary school in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, serving pupils aged 13–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.