For students aged 2-18
Bournemouth Collegiate School
An independent co-educational day and boarding school for ages 2-18. Bournemouth Collegiate School (BCS) is split across two sites. The Prep School is located in Poole, Dorset and the Senior School in the coastal town of Southbourne, with its enviable beachfront location. For admissions and enrolment, please contact the school directly.
"BCS provides a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to excel beyond their potential. BCS pupils become part of a family who leave us as young confident leaders ready to make a difference in the world."
Maria Coulter
Interim Headteacher, BCS
We value the contribution and achievement of every pupil
78%
of students achieved at least one A*, A or B at A level (2022)
A finalist for Independent Schools Award 2020 "Celebrating Student Experience"
98%
GCSE exam success rate
School values
Our aim is to discover, nurture and engage the extraordinary in all of our pupils through developing the four Cs:
Curiosity
Our pupils seek not just to explore new ideas, but find out how and why to draw their own conclusion,
Creativity
Our pupils are encouraged and supported to ignite their creativity in and outside the classroom.
Commitment
Our pupils see where their drive and commitment can take them – and are empowered to succeed in whatever area their strengths lie.
Community
We are an all-inclusive and culturally diverse school, where every pupil is valued and respected. We embrace and celebrate the differences in each other.
“I enjoyed how close you get to the teachers and staff at BCS, especially in Sixth Form. All the staff were always happy to read my personal statements and give me advice”.
Javid from the UK, BCS
GCSE & A levels, progressed to study Medicine at the University of Plymouth
Boarding Accommodation
Bournemouth Collegiate School has a wonderfully rich tradition, the building dates back to 1860 and the school, 1899. The School is located a few minutes from the sandy beaches of the south coast, this is one of the biggest draws for international students.
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Dormitories and single/double rooms with en-suite
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Close to the beach
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A home away from home experience
Our Campus
Address
Bournemouth Collegiate School College Road Bournemouth Dorset BH5 2DY
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