Oakley Infant School
97%
Capacity
175
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Oakley Infant School
Oakley Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basingstoke and Deane community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 175 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Oakley Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Niamh Hutchings, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Oakley Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 126 applications for 60 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 60 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Other Difficulty/Disability. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakley Infant School include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Forest School, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Cricket, Football, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Art Club, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 5.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, Oakley 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 | Oakley Lane, Basingstoke, Basingstoke and Deane, RG23 7JZ |
| Headteacher | Niamh Hutchings |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 175 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 5.7% |
| School Capacity | 175 / 180 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Feb 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Mar 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed60
126
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
60 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oakley Lane, Basingstoke
Basingstoke and Deane, RG23 7JZ
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