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Linwood School Catchment Area

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

Linwood School is a community special not applicable school in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 411 pupils, and a capacity of 422 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

2–19

Age range

411

Pupils

422

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Linwood School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Linwood School is set by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 97% 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.

Find Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole catchment area documents →

Linwood School — School Information

Full address
Alma Road, Winton, Bournemouth, BH9 1AJ
Local authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
School type
Community special school
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
41.5% of pupils
DfE URN
113961

Other Not applicable Schools in Bournemouth

If Linwood School is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Bournemouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Linwood School

Is Linwood School oversubscribed?

Linwood School is operating close to its capacity of 422 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Linwood School?

Admission to Linwood 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 Linwood School cover?

Linwood School is a not applicable school in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.