What is the Ofsted rating of St James' Church of England Primary Academy?

St James' Church of England Primary Academy received a Ofsted rating of Good at its most recent inspection.

How many pupils attend St James' Church of England Primary Academy?

St James' Church of England Primary Academy has 404 pupils on roll.

What ages does St James' Church of England Primary Academy take?

St James' Church of England Primary Academy admits pupils aged 4 to 11.

Where is St James' Church of England Primary Academy located?

St James' Church of England Primary Academy is located in Bournemouth, BH7 6DW, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

How do I apply to St James' Church of England Primary Academy?

St James' Church of England Primary Academy is a state school. Applications are made through your Local Authority (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole) using the Common Application Form. The national deadline is 31 October for secondary and 15 January for primary admissions.

Does St James' Church of England Primary Academy have a religious character?

Yes — St James' Church of England Primary Academy has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

What is the largest ethnic background at St James' Church of England Primary Academy?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 69.8% of pupils at St James' Church of England Primary Academy are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.