Glenfield Infant School
96%
Capacity
260
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Glenfield Infant School
Glenfield Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 260 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Glenfield Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Clare Clifford, it falls under Southampton local authority.
Glenfield Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 116 applications for 56 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 54 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Hearing Impairment and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Glenfield Infant School include Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Football, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Gardening, Chess, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Glenfield 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 | Rossington Way, Southampton, Southampton, SO18 4RN |
| Headteacher | Clare Clifford |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 260 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.4% |
| School Capacity | 260 / 270 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
13 Oct 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (13 Oct 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 6 Jul 2012. 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed56
116
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
54 families put this school as their 1st choice (47% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Rossington Way, Southampton
Southampton, SO18 4RN
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