Marnel Community Infant School
98%
Capacity
354
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Marnel Community Infant School
Marnel Community 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 354 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 360 places).
the school is led by headteacher Susan Giles-Cox, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Marnel Community Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 231 applications for 116 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 131 were first-preference applications.
Marnel Community Infant School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.6/5 from 2 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Marnel Community Infant School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Science Club, Choir, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, Marnel Community 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 | Shetland Road, Basingstoke, Basingstoke and Deane, RG24 9PT |
| Headteacher | Susan Giles-Cox |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 354 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.9% |
| School Capacity | 354 / 360 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
21 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 May 2023. 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed116
231
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
131 families put this school as their 1st choice (57% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shetland Road, Basingstoke
Basingstoke and Deane, RG24 9PT
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