Four Lanes Infant School
99%
Capacity
268
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Four Lanes Infant School
Four Lanes Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basingstoke and Deane community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 268 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Four Lanes Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ruth Griffiths, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Four Lanes Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 175 applications for 89 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 88 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Four Lanes Infant School include Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Library, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Netball, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Gardening, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.0%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, Four Lanes 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 | Hanmore Road, Basingstoke, Basingstoke and Deane, RG24 8PQ |
| Headteacher | Ruth Griffiths |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 268 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.0% |
| School Capacity | 268 / 270 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
25 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 Jun 2023. 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
175
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
88 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hanmore Road, Basingstoke
Basingstoke and Deane, RG24 8PQ
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