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Bournemouth Collegiate School

Bournemouth Collegiate School

Bournemouth, England

Bournemouth Collegiate School is located on the south coast of England – just a few minutes from the beach, right in the heart of the well-known seaside town of Bournemouth. The school is small, personal, and well run – everyone knows each other. The sports program is especially well received, with the school’s own Football Academy being a particular favorite among many of our pupils.

We placed 1 pupil here in 2024.
Number of students
395
Number of boarders
70
Percentage of international boarders
70%
Average class size
12
Diploma offered
A-Level
Closest International Airport
2.5 Hrs
London Heathrow - by car
Four Students in the school uniforms at Bournemouth Collegiate SchoolSchool life

The Details

The Academics

 Bournemouth Collegiate School does not have strict academic entry requirements, yet the 2024 exam results are impressive: pupils achieved 33% A grades at A-Level and 20% grades 9–7 in their GCSEs. At Bournemouth Collegiate School, education goes beyond the classroom – it’s about creating an environment where children from around the world feel safe, supported, and truly welcome. 

Languages Taught

English as a Foreign Language, French, Spanish, Mandarin and Russian.

The Boarding

Boarders live seven days a week in the main house, in cosy rooms with sea views! New pupils quickly become part of a community that embraces openness.

Sailing at Bournemouth Collegiate SchoolThe sports

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

Bournemouth Collegiate School offers a strong sports programme. With five established academies in swimming, football, rugby, rowing, and netball, BCS provides genuine opportunities for sporty and ambitious pupils to develop their talents.

Those who join an academy benefit from a well-structured support programme. At the same time, the school embraces the motto “Sport for all.”

The atmosphere at Bournemouth Collegiate School is refreshingly down-to-earth and friendly – especially compared to some of the more highbrow boarding schools around London. Thanks to its relatively small size, everyone knows everyone, which creates a very family-like feel.

Weaknesses

We’d love to see more boarders at BCS. The school puts a great deal of effort into integrating boarding and day pupils, and it shows.

Location

 Bournemouth Collegiate School is located in the coastal town of Bournemouth – known for its long sandy beaches, sea air, and classic British holiday atmosphere.

Closest International Airport
London Heathrow - 2 hrs 30 mins by car
Closest Train Station
Bournemouth Train Station - 10 mins by car
Nearest Cities
Bournemouth - 10 mins by car
Southhampton - 1 hr by train
Our Opinion

Looking for a seaside school? The BCS Senior School is just a two-minute walk from Southbourne Cliff, and the beach is part of the school grounds. It doesn’t get better than that.

Our Insider Tip

The location! Who wouldn’t want to see the sea first thing in the morning when opening the curtains? One of the school’s major attractions is the beautiful, miles-long beach right on its doorstep.

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