PrimaryData as of May 2026

Somerford Primary School

Draper Road, Christchurch, BH23 3AS

Community school

Pupils

165

Ages

4-11

FSM

48.5%

Capacity

210

Ofsted

Good

Nov 2021

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

66.0%

Writing

52.0%

Maths

48.0%

RWM Combined

41.0%

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About Somerford Primary School

Somerford Primary School is a primary school in Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 41% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 165 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Draper Road, Christchurch, BH23 3AS | More schools in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Somerford Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2021 — Good
Mar 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Somerford Primary School

What is Somerford Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Somerford Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.

What are Somerford Primary School's latest exam results?

Somerford Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 41% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Somerford Primary School located?

Somerford Primary School is a primary school in Christchurch, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BH23 3AS).

How many pupils attend Somerford Primary School?

Somerford Primary School has around 165 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Somerford Primary School with other schools?

View Somerford Primary School's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.