Alton Infant School
84%
Capacity
152
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Alton Infant School
Alton Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Hampshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 152 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Alton Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Richard Mead, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Alton Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 56 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Alton Infant School include ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Dance, Tennis, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Eco Club, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 36.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Hampshire, Alton Infant 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Normandy Street, Alton, East Hampshire, GU34 1DH |
| Headteacher | Richard Mead |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 152 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 36.8% |
| School Capacity | 152 / 180 (84% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Mar 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Normandy Street, Alton
East Hampshire, GU34 1DH
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