Twynham Primary School
Marsh Lane, Christchurch, BH23 2NHOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Twynham 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 1st of 10 primary schools in Christchurch. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2019.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 30 April 2019, report published 22 May 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 17 December 2024
Pupils at this school are nurtured to become articulate individuals ready for the wider world. The school has created a strong sense of belonging. The proudly positioned Christmas tree displays ornaments created by each pupil. This visually reminds them that they are an important part of the school community. Pupils are proud to display the school's 'star' values of 'service, teamwork, aspiration and respect'. Pupils are keen to work with the community and build their confidence because they hold the value of service in high regard. They sing at coffee afternoons to raise money for charities such as Age Concern. Pupils are clear on the learning behaviours expected of them. They rise to these expectations well. As a result, pupils achieve well from their starting points. Pupils benefit from an extensive extra-curricular offer. Clubs such as karate, choir and fresh air club help pupils to broaden their interests. Sugar-craft cake decorating is popular, with pupils creatively making robins from chocolate oranges and fondant. Pupils practise resilience when they go on school trips. For example, they orienteer at night and observe bats by using torches. Pupil leaders, such as sports captains, enjoy creating obstacle courses for younger pupils to enjoy together.
What the school should improve
- In some wider subjects, the curriculum does not define the most important knowledge that pupils should know and remember. Because of this, some pupils struggle to remember their learning within these subjects. The trust should identify the most important knowledge pupils need to learn. This will enable staff to teach and revisit these key components of learning so that pupils remember their learning well over time.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
33 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
215 pupils on roll, with places for 236
Schools near Twynham Primary School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch Infant School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Not published |
| Christchurch Junior School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
| Burton Church of England Primary School | 0.8 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | 53% met the expected standard |
| The Priory Church of England Primary School | 1 mile | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | 62% met the expected standard |
| Stourfield Infant School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Free schools
- Sector
- Free school
- Trust
- TWYNHAM LEARNING
- Age range
- 4 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Jennifer Hunter
- Phone
- 01202026065
- Address
- Marsh Lane, Christchurch, BH23 2NH
- Local authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- URN
- 142671
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.