Bitterne Church of England Primary School
98%
Capacity
410
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Bitterne Church of England Primary School
Bitterne Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 410 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 417 places).
Ofsted has rated Bitterne Church of England Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Jen Johnson, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 27% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13376th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 42 in Southampton.
Bitterne Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 141 applications for 59 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 59 were first-preference applications.
Bitterne Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 70% recommending the school (83 responses).
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 Bitterne Church of England Primary School include Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, Library, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Athletics, Swimming, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.6%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Bitterne Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Brownlow Avenue, Southampton, Southampton, SO19 7BX |
| Headteacher | Jen Johnson |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 410 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.6% |
| School Capacity | 410 / 417 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Requires improvement
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (27%)
13376th of 13,686
Nationally
1993rd of 2,034
In South East
39th of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
27%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
27%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
83 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed59
141
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
59 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bitterne Church of England Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
Brownlow Avenue, Southampton
Southampton, SO19 7BX
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