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Mudeford Junior School Catchment Area

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

Mudeford Junior School is a community primary school in Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 256 pupils, and a capacity of 264 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

256

Pupils

264

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Mudeford Junior School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Mudeford Junior 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 →

Mudeford Junior School — School Information

Full address
Mudeford Lane, Mudeford, Christchurch, BH23 3HP
Local authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
19.1% of pupils
DfE URN
113740

Other Primary Schools in Christchurch

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Mudeford Junior School

Is Mudeford Junior School oversubscribed?

Mudeford Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 264 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Mudeford Junior School?

Admission to Mudeford Junior 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 Mudeford Junior School cover?

Mudeford Junior School is a primary school in Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Mudeford Junior School?

Mudeford Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.