Oakridge Infant School
96%
Capacity
325
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Oakridge Infant School
Oakridge 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 325 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 340 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Oakridge Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Diane Charman, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
Oakridge Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 183 applications for 87 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 89 were first-preference applications.
Oakridge Infant School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 5 parents).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Oakridge Infant School include Art Studios, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Netball, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Art Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, Oakridge 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 | Oakridge Road, Basingstoke, Basingstoke and Deane, RG21 5RR |
| Headteacher | Diane Charman |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 325 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 325 / 340 (96% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Sept 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 15 Nov 2021. 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed87
183
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
89 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Oakridge Road, Basingstoke
Basingstoke and Deane, RG21 5RR
Oakridge Road, Basingstoke
Basingstoke and Deane, RG21 5RR
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