South West · selective school directory
11+ schools and tests in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
September 2027 entryEvidence reviewed 24 October 2026Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole has 4 state-funded selective schools in this catalog. They use the shared Dorset Grammar Schools 11 Plus for September 2027 entry.
- Schools listed
- 4
- Verified routes
- 1
Selective schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
3 schools with complete admissions guides; 1 school with evidence-limited admissions guides across Bournemouth, Poole. School addresses come from the official school register. Check each school's admissions policy for current dates and eligibility.
| School | Selection type | Boys, girls or mixed intake | Where | Admissions guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth School | Selection typeFully selective state school | Boys, girls or mixed intakeBoys for Year 7 admission | WhereBournemouth, BH8 9PY · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | Admissions guideEvidence-limited admissions guide |
| Bournemouth School for Girls | Selection typeFully selective state school | Boys, girls or mixed intakeGirls for Year 7 admission | WhereBournemouth, BH8 9UJ · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | Admissions guideVerified admissions guide |
| Parkstone Grammar School | Selection typeFully selective state school | Boys, girls or mixed intakeGirls for Year 7 admission | WherePoole, BH17 7EP · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | Admissions guideVerified admissions guide |
| Poole Grammar School | Selection typeFully selective state school | Boys, girls or mixed intakeBoys for Year 7 admission | WherePoole, BH17 9JU · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | Admissions guideVerified admissions guide |
Assessment routes used by these schools
| Route | Type | Schools using this route |
|---|---|---|
| Dorset Grammar Schools 11 Plus | TypeFormal consortium | Schools using this route4 of 4 schools listed on this area page use this assessment route. |
Relevant skills and exercises
- Build English comprehension skills
Draw one supported conclusion that is not directly stated.
- Try Comprehension X-Ray
Free interactive practice relevant to English comprehension.
- Build maths and numerical reasoning skills
Select and perform a short sequence of operations in context.
- Try Step Builder
Free interactive practice relevant to maths and numerical reasoning.
- Build verbal reasoning skills
Choose the option closest in meaning to a target word.
- Try Synonym Spectrum
Free interactive practice relevant to verbal reasoning.
Questions families ask
How many selective schools are listed in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
The current directory lists 4 schools with selective admissions in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole: Parkstone Grammar School, Poole Grammar School, Bournemouth School for Girls, and Bournemouth School.
Which 11+ routes are verified for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
The current evidence links Dorset Grammar Schools 11 Plus to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Each route guide identifies its own member schools.
Are all Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole schools covered by one test?
Yes. For September 2027 entry, every school listed in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole uses Dorset Grammar Schools 11 Plus for academic selection. The route guide lists its member schools; check each school's admissions policy for its own priority rules.
How current is the information for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole?
Smart Cub Learning reviewed 4 attached evidence sources by 2026-10-24. Unknown facts stay labelled and should be checked again before applying.
Official sources
- Joining Year 7 in September 2027
Bournemouth School. Accessed 26 August 2026. September 2027 entry.
- Open state-funded school fields CSV
Department for Education. Accessed 21 October 2026. GIAS register snapshot on 20 October 2026.
Explore the verified directory
- Schools near a town
Compare nearby state selective schools and their entrance routes.
- Applications and offers
Compare historic DfE school preferences and offers.
- Schools
Compare verified selective schools.
- Areas
Compare selective schools by area, with assessment routes shown only where verified.
- Tests and consortiums
See which schools share each assessment route.
Turn the shortlist into a preparation plan
Start with a free four-subject diagnostic, then focus practice on the skills that need attention.