Balksbury Infant School
99%
Capacity
268
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Balksbury Infant School
Balksbury Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Test Valley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 268 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Balksbury Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Katy Thompson, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Balksbury Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 201 applications for 89 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 96 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Balksbury Infant School include Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Netball, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Coding, Book Club, Gardening and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 20.5%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Test Valley, Balksbury 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 | Floral Way, Andover, Test Valley, SP10 3QP |
| Headteacher | Katy Thompson |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 268 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 20.5% |
| School Capacity | 268 / 270 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Apr 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Sept 2022. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
201
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
96 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Floral Way, Andover
Test Valley, SP10 3QP
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