The Priory Church of England Primary School
The Priory Church of England Primary School is a primary school (Voluntary aided school), ages 4–11, in Christchurch, BH23, in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole council area. It has 198 pupils in the published census. Latest Ofsted inspection (19 May 2026): Report card: Expected standard in 3 areas, Needs attention in 4 areas.
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Ofsted
Report card: Expected standard in 3 areas, Needs attention in 4 areas — inspected 19 May 2026.
| Area | Judgement |
|---|---|
Safeguarding standards | Met |
Inclusion | Needs attention |
Curriculum and teaching | Needs attention |
Achievement | Needs attention |
Attendance and behaviour | Needs attention |
Personal development and wellbeing | Expected standard |
Early years | Expected standard |
Leadership and governance | Expected standard |
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Results
| Measure | Result | Academic year |
|---|---|---|
KS2: expected standard in reading, writing & maths (%) | 62 | 2024/25 |
KS2: higher standard in reading, writing & maths (%) | 3 | 2024/25 |
KS2 pupils | 29 | 2024/25 |
Pupils
| Measure | Pupils / percentage | Data period |
|---|---|---|
Pupils | 198 | 2025/26 |
Eligible for free school meals | 6.1% | 2025/26 |
English as an additional language | 7.1% | 2025/26 |
SEN support | 16.75% | 2024/25 |
Education, health and care (EHC) plan | 4.93% | 2024/25 |
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