Bishopswood Infant School
98%
Capacity
177
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Bishopswood Infant School
Bishopswood Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basingstoke and Deane community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 177 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Bishopswood Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Glen Golding, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Bishopswood Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 104 applications for 56 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bishopswood Infant School include Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Rounders, Netball and 3 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Gardening, Science Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, Bishopswood 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Barlows Road, Tadley, Basingstoke and Deane, RG26 3NA |
| Headteacher | Glen Golding |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 177 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.2% |
| School Capacity | 177 / 180 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
104
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Barlows Road, Tadley
Basingstoke and Deane, RG26 3NA
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