Academy · Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

St James' Church of England Primary Academy

Primary
Ages 4–11
Church of England

Term dates

Academys can set their own term dates. Many follow Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

See Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole's full dates

Admissions

Places for Reception and junior school are applied for through your home council, not the school.

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About and location

Type: Academy
Phase: Primary
Ages: 4–11
Pupils: 404 (capacity 420)
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Church of England
Diocese: Diocese of Winchester
Academy trust: DIOCESE OF CHICHESTER ACADEMY TRUST
Admissions: Non-selective
Phone: 01202426696
Address: Pokesdown Hill, Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, BH7 6DW
Website: stjamescebournemouth.com

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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