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Bournemouth Collegiate Preparatory School
Independent school · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
| Address | St Osmund's Road, Parkstone, Poole, BH14 9JY |
|---|---|
| Ages | 2–11 |
| Pupils | 238 |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Boarding | No boarders |
| Religious character | Christian |
| Phone | 01202714110 |
| Website | https://www.bournemouthcollegiateschool.co.uk |
Term dates
Source: school website · checked 2026-10-16
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2026-27
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn 1 | Thu 3 Sep 2026 | Wed 21 Oct 2026 |
| Autumn 2 | Mon 2 Nov 2026 | Fri 11 Dec 2026 |
| Spring 1 | Wed 6 Jan 2027 | Fri 12 Feb 2027 |
| Spring 2 | Mon 22 Feb 2027 | Wed 24 Mar 2027 |
| Summer 1 | Tue 13 Apr 2027 | Fri 28 May 2027 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 7 Jun 2027 | Thu 1 Jul 2027 |
INSET days: Tue 1 Sep 2026, Mon 4 Jan 2027, Tue 5 Jan 2027, Mon 12 Apr 2027, Fri 2 Jul 2027
'Last Day of Half Term' on the page means the last school day before half term. Senior School induction for new pupils only Wed 2 Sep. School closes 12 noon on 11 Dec and 24 Mar. Bank holiday Mon 3 May. Boarding opens/closes around these dates (boarders return Tue 1 Sep, Sun 1 Nov, Tue 5 Jan, Sun 21 Feb, Mon 12 Apr, Sun 6 Jun).
2027-28
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn 1 | Mon 6 Sep 2027 | Wed 20 Oct 2027 |
| Autumn 2 | Mon 1 Nov 2027 | Fri 10 Dec 2027 |
| Spring 1 | Wed 5 Jan 2028 | Fri 11 Feb 2028 |
| Spring 2 | Mon 21 Feb 2028 | Wed 29 Mar 2028 |
| Summer 1 | Wed 19 Apr 2028 | Fri 26 May 2028 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 5 Jun 2028 | Thu 6 Jul 2028 |
INSET days: Thu 2 Sep 2027, Tue 4 Jan 2028, Tue 18 Apr 2028, Fri 7 Jul 2028
Senior School induction for new pupils only Fri 3 Sep. School closes 12 noon on 10 Dec and 29 Mar. Bank holiday Mon 1 May.
Fees 2026-27
Fees per term (including VAT).
| Year group | Fee |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten Full Day (8.30am - 5.00pm), no VAT | £4,070.00 |
| Kindergarten School Day (8.30am - 3.15pm), no VAT | £2,935.00 |
| Reception | £3,800.00 |
| Year 1 | £3,845.00 |
| Year 2 | £3,845.00 |
| Year 3 | £4,275.00 |
| Year 4 | £4,750.00 |
| Year 5 | £5,345.00 |
| Year 6 | £5,345.00 |
Registration fee: £120.00
Deposit: £500.00
Prep fees only; inclusive of VAT and lunch unless stated. Senior School fees excluded. 2027-28 Prep fees also published (Reception £3,800 to Year 6 £5,585). Sibling discounts 5%/10%. International registration £600.
Source: school fees page
Admissions
Families can visit any day ('Every day is an Open Day') for a tour and informal conversation; transfers get a tailored transition plan, academic advice and pastoral support. Register online for open days.
Offers scholarships and bursaries.
Source: school admissions page
School bus routes
| Route | Areas served | First pick-up |
|---|---|---|
| School bus network (mainly Senior School) | Bournemouth, Canford Cliffs, Christchurch, Ferndown, Lymington, Milford on Sea, Mudeford, New Milton, Parkstone, Poole, Ringwood, West Moors, Wimborne, Corfe Mullen, Westbourne, Verwood |
Cost: Charged termly in advance (amount not stated)
Source: school transport page
School details from the Department for Education's register (Open Government Licence). Term dates from the school's own published calendar; always confirm with the school.