Fordingbridge Infant School
82%
Capacity
148
Pupils
1.3x
Demand
About Fordingbridge Infant School
Fordingbridge Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the New Forest community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 148 pupils on roll and is well-filled (82% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Fordingbridge Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kim Robertson, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Fordingbridge Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 63 applications for 50 places, making it 1.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
Fordingbridge Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (25 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 2 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Fordingbridge Infant School include Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Gymnastics, Cricket, Rounders and 3 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Choir, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.2%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in New Forest, Fordingbridge 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Pennys Lane, Fordingbridge, New Forest, SP6 1HJ |
| Headteacher | Kim Robertson |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 148 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.2% |
| School Capacity | 148 / 180 (82% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Nov 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (6 Nov 2024): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 Mar 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
25 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
63
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
50 families put this school as their 1st choice (79% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Pennys Lane, Fordingbridge
New Forest, SP6 1HJ
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