Ludlow Infant Academy
97%
Capacity
261
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Ludlow Infant Academy
Ludlow Infant Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 261 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Ludlow Infant Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Beverley Corbin, it falls under Southampton local authority.
Ludlow Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 143 applications for 57 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 52 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Ludlow Infant Academy include Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Gymnastics, Athletics, Swimming and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 33.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Ludlow Infant Academy 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 | Ludlow Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO19 2EU |
| Headteacher | Beverley Corbin |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 261 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 33.3% |
| School Capacity | 261 / 270 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Mar 2024): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Nov 2018. 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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed57
143
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
52 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Ludlow Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO19 2EU
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