Park School
Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West · BH8 9BJ
Park School takes children from their earliest years right through to age eleven, offering a settled, single-site journey across the whole of the primary stage. This co-educational independent school in Bournemouth is small by design, with around 349 pupils, which allows staff to know each child individually. It holds no religious affiliation and is a day school throughout. Under Head Mrs Nadia Ward, the school earned the Independent Schools Inspectorate's top grade of 'excellent' at its most recent inspection.
349
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 0-11
- Pupils
- 349
- Location
- Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West
- Website
- https://www.parkschool.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01202 396640
Headteacher
Head Mrs Nadia Ward
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Teaching & academics
The ISI awarded Park School its highest rating of 'excellent', a judgement that reflects the quality of teaching and pupils' achievement across the primary years. The compact roll supports close attention to each child's progress as they move towards the 11+ stage. All compliance requirements were met at inspection.
Beyond the classroom
Personal development was also rated 'excellent' by the ISI, pointing to a rounded approach that looks beyond the classroom to children's wellbeing and growth.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 21 February 2023
The last word
A small, all-through primary school with top marks from the inspectorate. Well suited to families who want continuity and personal attention from the early years to the 11+.
The Passmate verdict
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Park School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Park School located?
Park School is located at 43 Queens Park South Drive, Bournemouth, Bournemouth, BH8 9BJ.
What type of school is Park School?
Park School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South West.
How many pupils attend Park School?
Park School has approximately 349 pupils on roll.
What is Park School's inspection rating?
Park School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 21 February 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.