Hope Community School Southampton
53%
Capacity
222
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Hope Community School Southampton
Hope Community School Southampton is a state-funded Christian primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 222 pupils on roll, operating at 53% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Hope Community School Southampton "Good", the school is led by headteacher Steve Wright, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 33% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13100th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 42 in Southampton.
Hope Community School Southampton is a popular choice with families — it received 52 applications for 28 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Hope Community School Southampton include Music Rooms, Forest School, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Dance, Netball, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 42.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Hope Community School Southampton 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 | Christian |
| Address | Central Hall, St Mary Street, Southampton, Southampton, SO14 1NF |
| Headteacher | Steve Wright |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 222 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 42.3% |
| School Capacity | 222 / 420 (53% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Feb 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (33%)
13100th of 13,686
Nationally
1953rd of 2,034
In South East
37th of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
33%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
52
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (54% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hope Community School Southampton
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Contact Information
Central Hall, St Mary Street, Southampton
Southampton, SO14 1NF
Central Hall, St Mary Street, Southampton
Southampton, SO14 1NF
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