Freegrounds Infant School
77%
Capacity
208
Pupils
1.8x
Demand
About Freegrounds Infant School
Freegrounds Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Eastleigh community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 208 pupils on roll, operating at 77% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Freegrounds Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nikki Riches, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Freegrounds Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 136 applications for 77 places, making it 1.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 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 Freegrounds Infant School include Sensory Room, Art Studios, Library, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Rounders, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Chess, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Eastleigh, Freegrounds 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hobb Lane, Southampton, Eastleigh, SO30 0GG |
| Headteacher | Nikki Riches |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 208 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.5% |
| School Capacity | 208 / 270 (77% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jun 2013. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed77
136
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hobb Lane, Southampton
Eastleigh, SO30 0GG
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