Bidbury Infant School
101%
Capacity
181
Pupils
2.2x
Demand
About Bidbury Infant School
Bidbury Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Havant community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 181 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (101% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Bidbury Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Emma Hall, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Bidbury Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 44 places, making it 2.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
Bidbury Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 82% recommending the school (57 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bidbury Infant School include Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Dance, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Havant, Bidbury 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 | Fraser Road, Havant, Havant, PO9 3EF |
| Headteacher | Emma Hall |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 181 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.4% |
| School Capacity | 181 / 180 (101% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
57 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed44
98
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fraser Road, Havant
Havant, PO9 3EF
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