Kempshott Infant School
97%
Capacity
262
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Kempshott Infant School
Kempshott Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basingstoke and Deane community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 262 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Kempshott Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Nicola Potter, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Kempshott Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 233 applications for 88 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 88 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Kempshott Infant School include Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.0%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, Kempshott 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 | Old Down Close, Kempshott, Basingstoke, Basingstoke and Deane, RG22 5LL |
| Headteacher | Nicola Potter |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 262 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.0% |
| School Capacity | 262 / 270 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Jul 2022. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed88
233
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
88 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Old Down Close, Kempshott, Basingstoke
Basingstoke and Deane, RG22 5LL
Old Down Close, Kempshott, Basingstoke
Basingstoke and Deane, RG22 5LL
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