Meon Infant School
88%
Capacity
158
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Meon Infant School
Meon Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 158 pupils on roll and is well-filled (88% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Meon Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sara Paine, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
Meon Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 116 applications for 37 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
Meon Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is mixed, with 59% recommending the school (34 responses).
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 Meon Infant School include Art Studios, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Tennis, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Art Club, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Meon 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 | Shelford Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO4 8NT |
| Headteacher | Sara Paine |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 158 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.7% |
| School Capacity | 158 / 180 (88% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
34 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed37
116
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Shelford Road, Southsea
Portsmouth, PO4 8NT
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