Best 3 Secondary schools in South West – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Bournemouth School for Girls (Secondary) in Bournemouth; Bournemouth School (Secondary) in Bournemouth; Malmesbury School (Secondary) in Malmesbury — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Bournemouth School for Girls, Bournemouth School and Malmesbury School. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Bournemouth, Dorset and Malmesbury, Wiltshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Bournemouth School for Girls), published Jun 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Bournemouth School for Girls (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,350, combined total ≈ 4,000, typical FSM 5–10%, range 5–10%–10–15%; all within the The Athelstan Trust trust.

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Attribute	Bournemouth School for Girls BH8 9UJ	Bournemouth School BH8 9PY	Malmesbury School SN16 0DF
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Bournemouth Dorset BH8 9UJ	Bournemouth Dorset BH8 9PY	Malmesbury Wiltshire SN16 0DF
Latest Ofsted	1 17 Jun 2024	1 2 May 2024	1 2 May 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,250 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,450 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1210	1100	1384
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Girls	Boys	Mixed
Admissions policy	Selective	Selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (839)	Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (839)	The Athelstan Trust
Website	www.wearebsg.uk	www.bournemouth-school.org	www.malmesbury.wilts.sch.uk
Telephone	01202526289	01202512609	01666829700
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Bournemouth School for Girls

BH8 9UJ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Bournemouth
Dorset
BH8 9UJ
Ofsted: 1 17 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,250 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (839)
Website: www.wearebsg.uk
Telephone: 01202526289

Bournemouth School

BH8 9PY

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Bournemouth
Dorset
BH8 9PY
Ofsted: 1 2 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (839)
Website: www.bournemouth-school.org
Telephone: 01202512609

Malmesbury School

SN16 0DF

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Malmesbury
Wiltshire
SN16 0DF
Ofsted: 1 2 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,450 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: The Athelstan Trust
Website: www.malmesbury.wilts.sch.uk
Telephone: 01666829700

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.