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St Katharine's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area

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

St Katharine's Church of England Primary School is a voluntary aided primary school in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 436 pupils, and a capacity of 436 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

436

Pupils

436

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2024

St Katharine's Church of England Primary School Catchment Area Information

Admission to St Katharine's Church of England Primary School is managed by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Currently oversubscribed: 436 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 436 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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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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St Katharine's Church of England Primary School — School Information

Full address
Rolls Drive, Southbourne, Bournemouth, BH6 4NA
Local authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
School type
Voluntary aided school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–11 years
Religious character
Church of England
Free school meals
5.5% of pupils
DfE URN
113841

Other Primary Schools in Bournemouth

If St Katharine's Church of England Primary School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Bournemouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — St Katharine's Church of England Primary School

Is St Katharine's Church of England Primary School oversubscribed?

Yes — St Katharine's Church of England Primary School currently has 436 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 436 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for St Katharine's Church of England Primary School?

St Katharine's Church of England Primary School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole before each admissions cycle.

What age range does St Katharine's Church of England Primary School cover?

St Katharine's Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for St Katharine's Church of England Primary School?

St Katharine's Church of England Primary School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.