Winton Academy

  • Secondary
  • Academy
  • Ages 11 to 16
Ofsted: Outstanding

Winton Way, Bournemouth, BH10 4HTOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

Winton Academy is a secondary school in Bournemouth for ages 11 to 16. It is one of the 111 schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. It ranks 4th of 11 secondary schools in Bournemouth. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in December 2018.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 11 December 2018, report published 29 January 2019

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 14 May 2024

Winton Academy is highly ambitious for all pupils. At its heart is the desire to develop young men who are excellent learners, highly effective communicators and compassionate individuals. Pupils leave the school with impressive qualifications that prepare them well for their future studies and careers. The school ensures that pupils have the confidence to enter their adult lives as well-informed and active citizens. The behaviour of pupils at this school is exceptional. The school has high standards for pupils' conduct. On the very rare occasion where behaviour falls below the standard expected it is rapidly addressed. Pupils value this clarity and the disruption free learning that takes place as a result. Pupils are polite and courteous to adults and each other. They enjoy taking part in events such as the international food festival to widen their understanding of the world. There is a warm and inclusive culture within the school. The school's house system is a vibrant part of school life. Pupils engage in a rich range of activities while representing their house. Sports fixtures, escape room challenges and academic Olympiad events enable many pupils to contribute to winning the annual competition. Through 'house service' pupils volunteer in the local community. For example, leading arts workshops and coffee and chat in local care homes. Pupils see these projects as opportunities to give back and help others.

Exam results

GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25

173 pupils in the year group

Attainment 8 score55.4

55.4, 9.3 above the England average of 46.1.

Grade 5 or above in English and maths73.4%

73.4%, 28 percentage points above the England average of 45.4%.

Grade 4 or above in English and maths87.9%

87.9%, 23.1 percentage points above the England average of 64.8%.

Pupils entering the EBacc51.4%

51.4%, 10.9 percentage points above the England average of 40.5%.

EBacc average point score5.04

5.04, 0.95 above the England average of 4.09.

Pupil numbers and mix

902 pupils on roll, with places for 900

Eligible for free school meals18.5%

18.5%, 8 percentage points below the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language19.2%

19.2%, 2.4 percentage points below the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support17.2%

17.2%, 2.4 percentage points above the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan3.7%

3.7%, 2.3 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near Winton Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Glenmoor Academy0.1 milesOfsted: OutstandingAttainment 8: 60.7
The Bourne Academy0.8 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 44.2
Talbot Heath School1 mileNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 61.3
Bournemouth School1 mileOfsted: OutstandingAttainment 8: 74.2
Kings Bournemouth1 mileNo Ofsted inspectionAttainment 8: 3.4

School details

School type
Academy sponsor led
Sector
Academy
Trust
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Age range
11 to 16
Gender
Boys
Sixth form
No
Headteacher
Leon Lima
Address
Winton Way, Bournemouth, BH10 4HT
URN
140007

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.