Burton Church of England Primary School
Campbell Road, Burton, Christchurch, BH23 7JYOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Burton Church of England Primary School is a primary school in Christchurch for ages 4 to 11. It is one of the 111 schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. It ranks 6th of 10 primary schools in Christchurch. Its latest Ofsted outcome is a report card, from an inspection in January 2026.
Ofsted report card
Inspected 27 January 2026, report published 19 April 2026
Each area is graded from urgent improvement to exceptional, and safeguarding is either met or not met.
- Inclusion
- Strong standard
- Curriculum and teaching
- Expected standard
- Achievement
- Expected standard
- Attendance and behaviour
- Expected standard
- Personal development and wellbeing
- Expected standard
- Leadership and governance
- Expected standard
- Early years
- Expected standard
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 27 January 2026
Pupils feel happy and well looked after at Burton Primary School. This is because the school makes sure that every pupil gets the help and support they need. Leaders have created a school where everything from the school rules, to the pastoral support that pupils receive, helps them to feel like they belong at the school. As a result, pupils feel safe, valued and respected. Pupils follow a curriculum that has been significantly improved in recent years. Staff quickly identify and fill the gaps in pupils' knowledge. Pupils read a wide range of interesting books and benefit from strengthened mathematics teaching, as teachers have developed their expertise. This helps pupils to make secure progress in their learning. They typically achieve well. Most parents and carers express their support for the school. They value the care their children receive and that the school prioritises their children’s wellbeing. Pupils enjoy being at school, attend well and are enthusiastic learners. They particularly enjoy the trips and opportunities on offer, such as the broad range of clubs and the opportunities for outdoor learning. One parent summed up the views of many when they said, ‘My son loves going to school, he runs in every day.’ Bullying is very rare. Pupils are confident that adults in the school always listen to them and take their concerns seriously. Pupils are proud of their school, where everyone is made to feel welcome. Pupils of all ages demonstrate a clear understanding that difference is something to celebrate. They are prepared well for life in modern Britain. They have a caring and thoughtful attitude to others. They understand that some of their peers need additional support with their health, learning or emotions. This starts from Reception, where children learn how important it is to look after each other.
What the school should improve
- Leaders, including governors, should ensure that the improvements to teaching and the curriculum in mathematics are embedded, so that pupils build fluency, secure foundational knowledge and achieve well.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
45 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
258 pupils on roll, with places for 316
Schools near Burton Church of England Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twynham Primary School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 82% met the expected standard |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Christchurch | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 74% met the expected standard |
| Christchurch Infant School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
| Somerford Primary School | 1 mile | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 41% met the expected standard |
| Christchurch Junior School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious character
- Church of England
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Alison Timmings
- Phone
- 01202482588
- Address
- Campbell Road, Burton, Christchurch, BH23 7JY
- Local authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- URN
- 113789
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.