Hale Primary School
70%
Capacity
69
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About Hale Primary School
Hale Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the New Forest community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 69 pupils on roll, operating at 70% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Hale Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Tracy Allen, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10893rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 30th out of 35 in New Forest.
Hale Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 8 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 8 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hale Primary School include Library, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Athletics, Cricket and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Book Club, Gardening, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.2%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in New Forest, Hale 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 | Hatchett Green, Fordingbridge, New Forest, SP6 2NE |
| Headteacher | Tracy Allen |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 69 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.2% |
| School Capacity | 69 / 98 (70% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Mar 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10893rd of 13,686
Nationally
1639th of 2,034
In South East
30th of 35
In New Forest
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
63%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
2025/26Oversubscribed8
23
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
8 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hale Primary School
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Contact Information
Hatchett Green, Fordingbridge
New Forest, SP6 2NE
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