Bournemouth School for Girls
Bournemouth, Dorset, South West · BH8 9UJ
A selective girls' grammar in Bournemouth, this school carries an Outstanding judgement from Ofsted across every category inspected, from quality of education to its sixth form. With 1,259 pupils against a capacity of 1,210, it is running slightly over its planned numbers, a reflection of the demand for places here. Around 180 places are offered at 11, and entry is competitive: candidates sit GL Assessment papers in English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning through the Dorset Consortium.
1,259
Pupils
Outstanding
Ofsted
180
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,259
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18.6
- Location
- Bournemouth, Dorset, South West
- Website
- http://www.wearebsg.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- Dorset Consortium
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 180
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Registration opens
13 April 2026
Registration closesNext
4 September 2026
Exam date
26 September 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Attainment 8
72.2
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
96%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Academic results sit well above national benchmarks. The average Attainment 8 score of 72.2 is markedly higher than the national figure of 46.9, and 96% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national average of 47%. Such outcomes, combined with an Outstanding rating for quality of education, point to a school where high achievement is the norm.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 8.66%
- EHC plans
- 0.79%
- English as additional language
- 14.9%
- Free school meals
- 6.4%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 8 May 2024
The last word
For academically able girls who will thrive under high expectations, this oversubscribed grammar offers Outstanding teaching and results that few schools can match.
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Bournemouth School for Girls 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Bournemouth School for Girls located?
Bournemouth School for Girls is located at Castle Gate Close, Castle Lane West, Bournemouth, BH8 9UJ.
What type of school is Bournemouth School for Girls?
Bournemouth School for Girls is a state grammar school in South West.
What subjects does Bournemouth School for Girls test in the 11+?
Bournemouth School for Girls tests English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Bournemouth School for Girls use for the 11+?
Bournemouth School for Girls's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Bournemouth School for Girls 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Bournemouth School for Girls 11+ exam is on 26 September 2026.
How do I apply to Bournemouth School for Girls?
For 2027 entry, registration opens on 13 April 2026, registration closes on 4 September 2026 and the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are Bournemouth School for Girls 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Bournemouth School for Girls releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Bournemouth School for Girls belong to?
Bournemouth School for Girls is part of the Dorset Consortium consortium.
How many places does Bournemouth School for Girls offer?
Bournemouth School for Girls has a published admission number of 180 places.
How many pupils attend Bournemouth School for Girls?
Bournemouth School for Girls has approximately 1,259 pupils on roll.
What is Bournemouth School for Girls's Ofsted rating?
Bournemouth School for Girls was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its inspection on 8 May 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.