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United Kingdom — Dorset

Talbot Heath School

Rothesay Road, BOURNEMOUTH
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Ages2 – 19

Talbot Heath School is an international school in Bournemouth, United Kingdom. It serves 499 students for students aged 2–19.

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Location & Getting There

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NanaSays Scorecard

499
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available

Key Details

Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English

Academic Performance

Standards Met
ISI

ISI Inspection Report

The school meets all Independent School Standards and boarding minimum standards. The quality of pupils' academic and other achievements is good, with pupils demonstrating positive attitudes to learning and high levels of success in sport, music and performing arts. The quality of pupils' personal development is also good, with pupils showing resilience, strong social awareness, and appreciation of diversity.

Academic Quality
Good
Pastoral Care
Good
ISI Standards
Met
Key Strengths
Pupils have positive attitudes to learning, are focused and respectful with a real willingness to participate
Pupils achieve high levels of success in sport, music and performing arts
Pupils develop good team-building skills and understand connections between subjects through interdisciplinary subject days
Pupils across the school including boarders demonstrate resilience and independence
Pupils have a strong social awareness and appreciation of the needs of others
Pupils are highly positive regarding the promotion of diversity and inclusion across the school
Areas for Development
Enhance pupils' progress by ensuring all lessons provide pace, challenge and opportunities for collaborative work
Ensure time is maximised in all lessons and punctuality becomes the norm
Develop pupils' leadership skills by providing pupils with opportunities and time to express their views more easily and more frequently, including those in boarding
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Key facts

Ages
2–19 (Girls)
Pupils on roll
499
Inspectorate
ISI

About

Talbot Heath is a leading independent school in Dorset offering girls aged 3-18 an outstanding education within a strong and supportive community. Described as 'a gem in its own right: a small but palpably warm school where individual girls get the attention they deserve,' it emphasizes academic excellence, character development, resilience, and holistic education including music, sport, and performing arts.

School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.

Why Families Choose

  • Only Independent Girls' School in Bournemouth and wider Dorset area
  • Small classes with individual attention to each student
  • Nurturing environment and strong pastoral care
  • Programs in music, sport, and performing arts

Facilities & Programmes

Arts
Music
Performing Arts

Student Demographics

School Type
girls
Age Range
2 – 19
Student Body
Boarding capacity40

School Background

Governance & Ownership

Independent

Religious Affiliation

Church of England

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact the admissions office at Talbot Heath School directly for current fee information.