Bitterne Manor Primary School
113%
Capacity
237
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Bitterne Manor Primary School
Bitterne Manor Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 237 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bitterne Manor Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Amy Hughes, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11078th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 33rd out of 42 in Southampton.
Bitterne Manor Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 95 applications for 29 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 37 were first-preference applications.
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 Bitterne Manor Primary School include ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Forest School, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Athletics, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Chess, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Bitterne Manor 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Quayside Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO18 1DP |
| Headteacher | Amy Hughes |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 237 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.1% |
| School Capacity | 237 / 210 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 2 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11078th of 13,686
Nationally
1664th of 2,034
In South East
33rd of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
70%
'23/24
48%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
95
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
37 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Quayside Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO18 1DP
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