Bovington Academy
Holt Road, Bovington, Wareham, BH20 6LEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Bovington Academy is a primary school in Wareham for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 179 schools in Dorset. It ranks 26th of 88 primary schools in Dorset. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in October 2023.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 17 October 2023, report published 27 November 2023
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Outstanding
- Personal development
- Outstanding
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 17 October 2023
Pupils thrive at Bovington Academy. They are happy and curious. Pupils describe their school with pride, especially the warmth and care they receive from staff. Pupils also care for and respect one another. They welcome everyone into their community. Many pupils join the school at different times of the year. They quickly settle into this inclusive school. The values of self-worth, engagement and purpose are understood by all. This is reflected in pupils' exemplary behaviour. Pupils enjoy learning here. They are encouraged to ask questions and discuss their ideas. The school's curriculum is relevant to pupils. Pupils remember what they have learned. Learning is enriched by trips and visits. Pupils talk enthusiastically about these experiences. Pastoral care is exceptional. Pupils here feel part of the 'Bovvy family'. Nearly all pupils take up the school's extensive extra-curricular offer. Pupils are encouraged to take responsibility for themselves and manage their feelings. Student leaders are excellent role models to younger pupils. Pupils who struggle with their learning or behaviour are very well supported. Bullying is extremely rare.
What the school should improve
- The school has not sufficiently planned the disciplinary knowledge that pupils need in some subjects. Activities in lessons are therefore not always ensuring that pupils achieve the intended outcome. This means that the use of assessment is not always assuring leaders that pupils are able to do more over time. The school must ensure that curriculum planning and implementation in these subjects supports pupils to achieve well in all areas of the curriculum.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
28 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
180 pupils on roll, with places for 210
Schools near Bovington Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary & St Joseph's Catholic Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | 46% met the expected standard |
| Wool Church of England Primary School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | 46% met the expected standard |
| Bere Regis Primary and Preschool | 4 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 45% met the expected standard |
| Frome Valley CofE First School | 4 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | Not published |
| Lulworth and Winfrith CofE Primary School | 5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 38% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- ASPIRATIONS ACADEMIES TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Liesel Muraro
- Phone
- 01929462744
- Address
- Holt Road, Bovington, Wareham, BH20 6LE
- Local authority
- Dorset
- URN
- 147264
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.