Bassett Green Primary School
100%
Capacity
448
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Bassett Green Primary School
Bassett Green Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 450 places).
Ofsted has rated Bassett Green Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Bannister, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10486th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 27th out of 42 in Southampton.
Bassett Green Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 62 applications for 35 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 27 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bassett Green Primary School include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Library, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Gymnastics, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.4%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Bassett Green Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Honeysuckle Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO16 3BZ |
| Headteacher | Lucy Bannister |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.4% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 450 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Jun 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Sept 2021. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10486th of 13,686
Nationally
1577th of 2,034
In South East
27th of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
44%
'23/24
51%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed35
62
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
27 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bassett Green Primary School
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Contact Information
Honeysuckle Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO16 3BZ
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