Hightown Primary School
94%
Capacity
226
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Hightown Primary School
Hightown Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 226 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Hightown Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Williamson, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 19% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13574th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 40th out of 42 in Southampton.
Hightown Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 45 applications for 29 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hightown Primary School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Swimming, Cricket, Dance, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Drama, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 69.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Hightown 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Tunstall Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO19 6AA |
| Headteacher | James Williamson |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 226 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 69.2% |
| School Capacity | 226 / 240 (94% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Nov 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Dec 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (19%)
13574th of 13,686
Nationally
2022nd of 2,034
In South East
40th of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
19%
Expected Standard
5%
Higher Standard
'22/23
39%
'23/24
19%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
45
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Tunstall Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO19 6AA
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