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Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

Southampton, SO16 9HZPrimary School·Ages 2-11
Goodby Ofsted

85%

Capacity

357

Pupils

2.0x

Demand

About Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 357 pupils on roll and is well-filled (85% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools "Good", the school is led by headteacher Gerida Montague & Mr Paul Lodge - Co Headteachers, it falls under Southampton local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 88% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 5% of schools nationally. Additionally, ranked 489th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 42 in Southampton.

Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools is a popular choice with families — it received 67 applications for 33 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.

Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 83% recommending the school (64 responses).

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools include Forest School, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Tennis, Dance, Netball, as well as clubs including Coding, Eco Club, Art Club.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.9%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range2 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressCulver Close, Millbrook, Southampton, Southampton, SO16 9HZ
HeadteacherGerida Montague & Mr Paul Lodge - Co Headteachers
Local AuthoritySouthampton
Number of Pupils357
Free School Meals (FSM)52.9%
School Capacity357 / 420 (85% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

5 Feb 2025
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (5 Feb 2025): Improved significantly

Improved
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 15 Sept 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (88%)

489th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 5%

61st of 2,034

In South East

Top 5%

1st of 42

In Southampton

Top 5%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

88%

Expected Standard

10%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 110
Expected:91%
Higher:53%
Writing
Expected:88%
Higher:16%
MathsAvg Score: 109
Expected:91%
Higher:41%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeImproving +12%

'22/23

76%

'23/24

88%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

Ofsted Parent View

64 responses

Would Recommend This School

83%Good
Needs Attentionbelow 70%
Bullying dealt with
27%
SEND support
57%
Concerns dealt with
61%

Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingVisionPhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

9
Forest SchoolPlaying FieldsMusic RoomsSensory RoomOutdoor PlaygroundArt StudiosICT SuiteDining HallChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

7

Sports

CricketTennisDanceNetball

Clubs & Activities

CodingEco ClubArt Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

33

Applications

67

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.0x
0x1x2x3x5x+

28 families put this school as their 1st choice (42% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

02380776162www.manselpark.net

Culver Close, Millbrook, Southampton

Southampton, SO16 9HZ

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Culver Close, Millbrook, Southampton

Southampton, SO16 9HZ

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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