Merton Infant School
80%
Capacity
215
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Merton Infant School
Merton Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basingstoke and Deane community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 215 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 270 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Merton Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Larissa James, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Merton Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 43 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 33 were first-preference applications.
Merton Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 95% recommending the school (20 responses).
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 Merton Infant School include Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Gymnastics, Rounders, Football and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Chess, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 24.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, Merton 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Romsey Close, Popley, Basingstoke, Basingstoke and Deane, RG24 9HB |
| Headteacher | Larissa James |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 215 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.7% |
| School Capacity | 215 / 270 (80% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
20 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
121
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
33 families put this school as their 1st choice (27% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Romsey Close, Popley, Basingstoke
Basingstoke and Deane, RG24 9HB
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