Romsey Primary School & Nursery
78%
Capacity
329
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Romsey Primary School & Nursery
Romsey Primary School & Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Test Valley community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 329 pupils on roll, operating at 78% capacity. Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Romsey Primary School & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jason Anderson, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 25% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13440th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 39th out of 40 in Test Valley.
Romsey Primary School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 88 applications for 36 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 32 were first-preference applications.
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 Primary School & Nursery include Gymnasium, Library, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Cricket, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Film Club, Chess and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 18.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Test Valley, Romsey Primary School & Nursery 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Mercer Way, Romsey, Test Valley, SO51 7PH |
| Headteacher | Jason Anderson |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 329 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 18.1% |
| School Capacity | 329 / 420 (78% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
6 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 7 Apr 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (25%)
13440th of 13,686
Nationally
2006th of 2,034
In South East
39th of 40
In Test Valley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
25%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
75%
'23/24
25%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
88
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
32 families put this school as their 1st choice (36% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Mercer Way, Romsey
Test Valley, SO51 7PH
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