Northern Infant School
102%
Capacity
138
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Northern Infant School
Northern Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Fareham community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 138 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (102% of 135 places).
Ofsted has rated Northern Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Fullick, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Northern Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 93 applications for 41 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Northern Infant School include Music Rooms, Library, Sensory Room, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Cricket, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Coding, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Fareham, Northern 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 | Richmond Rise, Fareham, Fareham, PO16 8DG |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Fullick |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 138 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.7% |
| School Capacity | 138 / 135 (102% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Oct 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2014. 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed41
93
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (38% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Richmond Rise, Fareham
Fareham, PO16 8DG
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