Foundry Lane Primary School
83%
Capacity
524
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Foundry Lane Primary School
Foundry Lane Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 524 pupils on roll and is well-filled (83% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Foundry Lane Primary School "Requires Improvement", the school is led by headteacher Sean Taylor, it falls under Southampton local authority.
Foundry Lane Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 119 applications for 56 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Foundry Lane Primary School include Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Football, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 23.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Foundry Lane 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Foundry Lane, Southampton, Southampton, SO15 3JT |
| Headteacher | Sean Taylor |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 524 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 23.3% |
| School Capacity | 524 / 630 (83% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jan 2022Overall Effectiveness
Requires improvement
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Mar 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
119
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Foundry Lane, Southampton
Southampton, SO15 3JT
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