Fairisle Infant and Nursery School
121%
Capacity
327
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Fairisle Infant and Nursery School
Fairisle Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 327 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (121% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Fairisle Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Juliette Owens, it falls under Southampton local authority.
Fairisle Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 72 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 were first-preference applications.
Fairisle Infant and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (19 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Profound & Multiple Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fairisle Infant and Nursery School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Netball, Football, Dance and 3 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Eco Club, Film Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.6%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Fairisle Infant and Nursery 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Fairisle Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO16 8BY |
| Headteacher | Juliette Owens |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 327 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.6% |
| School Capacity | 327 / 270 (121% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jan 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
19 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed72
129
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Fairisle Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO16 8BY
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