Abbotswood Junior School
107%
Capacity
639
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Abbotswood Junior School
Abbotswood Junior School is a state-funded None primary school serving the New Forest community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 639 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 600 places).
Ofsted has rated Abbotswood Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Glenn Moore, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7548th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 35 in New Forest.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Abbotswood Junior School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Dance, Rounders, Netball, as well as clubs including Book Club, Coding, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.0%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in New Forest, Abbotswood Junior School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Ringwood Road, Southampton, New Forest, SO40 8EB |
| Headteacher | Glenn Moore |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 639 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.0% |
| School Capacity | 639 / 600 (107% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jun 2023): School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 8 Sept 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7548th of 13,686
Nationally
1073rd of 2,034
In South East
14th of 35
In New Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
68%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Abbotswood Junior School
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Contact Information
Ringwood Road, Southampton
New Forest, SO40 8EB
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