Netley Abbey Infant School
90%
Capacity
244
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About Netley Abbey Infant School
Netley Abbey Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Eastleigh community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 244 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Netley Abbey Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rosie Earle, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Netley Abbey Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 121 applications for 81 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 69 were first-preference applications.
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 Netley Abbey Infant School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Library, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Dance, Swimming, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Science Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Eastleigh, Netley Abbey 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Westwood Road, Southampton, Eastleigh, SO31 5EL |
| Headteacher | Rosie Earle |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 244 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.3% |
| School Capacity | 244 / 270 (90% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jan 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (18 Jan 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jan 2012. 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed81
121
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
69 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
Westwood Road, Southampton
Eastleigh, SO31 5EL
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