Highfield Church of England Primary School
100%
Capacity
316
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Highfield Church of England Primary School
Highfield Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 316 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Highfield Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rosie Walford, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 67% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5400th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 42 in Southampton.
Highfield Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 131 applications for 44 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 49 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Highfield Church of England Primary School include Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Gymnastics, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Gardening.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 10.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Highfield Church of England 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 | Church of England |
| Address | Hawthorn Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO17 1PX |
| Headteacher | Rosie Walford |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 316 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 10.1% |
| School Capacity | 316 / 315 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 28 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (67%)
5400th of 13,686
Nationally
749th of 2,034
In South East
11th of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
67%
Expected Standard
13%
Higher Standard
'22/23
78%
'23/24
67%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed44
131
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
49 families put this school as their 1st choice (37% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Highfield Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Hawthorn Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO17 1PX
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