Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School
96%
Capacity
210
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School
Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Test Valley community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 210 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 218 places).
Ofsted has rated Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Harris, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 66% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 5772nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 11th out of 40 in Test Valley.
Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 58 applications for 30 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 were first-preference applications.
Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (67 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Tennis, Swimming, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Art Club, Film Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 37.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Test Valley, Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary 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 | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Church Lane, Romsey, Test Valley, SO51 8EP |
| Headteacher | Mark Harris |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 210 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 37.1% |
| School Capacity | 210 / 218 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (8 Jan 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jun 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (66%)
5772nd of 13,686
Nationally
811th of 2,034
In South East
11th of 40
In Test Valley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
66%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
73%
'23/24
66%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
67 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
58
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (62% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School
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Contact Information
Church Lane, Romsey
Test Valley, SO51 8EP
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