Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School
113%
Capacity
370
Pupils
4.2x
Demand
About Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School
Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Eastleigh community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 370 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 327 places).
Ofsted has rated Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joseph Cooil, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 69% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4664th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 23 in Eastleigh.
Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 175 applications for 42 places, making it 4.2x oversubscribed. Of these, 61 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 Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School include Art Studios, Forest School, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Rounders, Netball, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Film Club, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 14.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Eastleigh, Botley Church of England Controlled 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 | 52 High Street, Southampton, Eastleigh, SO30 2EA |
| Headteacher | Joseph Cooil |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 370 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 14.6% |
| School Capacity | 370 / 327 (113% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
10 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (69%)
4664th of 13,686
Nationally
654th of 2,034
In South East
7th of 23
In Eastleigh
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
69%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
69%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed42
175
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
61 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School
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Contact Information
52 High Street, Southampton
Eastleigh, SO30 2EA
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