Bournemouth School – 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: Bournemouth School, East Way, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH8 9PY
- Number of pupils: 1,100+ (boys aged 11-18, mixed Sixth Form)
- Admissions contact: office@bournemouth-school.org
- Number of places in Year 7: 150
- 11+ exam: Dorset 11+ Selection Test
- Catchment area: Yes (priority given to Bournemouth residents)
Mark Your Calendar
See Bournemouth School’s website for latest information and key dates.
Exploring Bournemouth School: A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1901, Bournemouth School is a leading selective grammar school with a distinguished academic tradition. In 2023, the school achieved 89% 9-7 grades at GCSE and 81% A*-B at A-level, with students progressing to top universities including Oxford, Cambridge, and Russell Group institutions.
The school offers a broad and challenging curriculum with particular strengths in STEM subjects, modern languages, and economics. Bournemouth School’s “Excellence in Boys’ Education” program focuses on developing independent learning skills, while its state-of-the-art facilities include a £5m STEM centre and extensive sports complex.
Beyond academics, the school provides an outstanding extracurricular program including national championship-winning rugby teams, award-winning music ensembles, and thriving STEM clubs. The school’s unique “Bournemouth Scholar” program challenges students to complete academic research projects alongside their studies.
Navigating the Application process at Bournemouth School
- Registration: Apply for Dorset 11+ test by June 30th of Year 5
- Test Preparation: Focus on verbal reasoning and mathematics
- Test Date: Dorset 11+ taken in September of Year 6
- Application Deadline: Submit CAF to home local authority by October 31st
- Results: Standardised scores released in October
- National Offer Day: March 1st
- Appeals Process: For candidates scoring within the review range
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What to Expect on Secondary Transfer Test at Bournemouth School
The Dorset 11+ consists of:
- Two 50-minute papers taken on the same day
- Paper 1: Verbal reasoning (including comprehension)
- Paper 2: Mathematics
- Standardised scoring system (minimum qualifying score typically 220+)
- Exam conditions at designated test centres across Dorset
- Special arrangements available for students with SEN
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