Shamblehurst Primary School
89%
Capacity
401
Pupils
2.8x
Demand
About Shamblehurst Primary School
Shamblehurst Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Eastleigh community, welcoming children from age 5 to 11. The school has 401 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 450 places).
Ofsted has rated Shamblehurst Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anna Jones, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 71% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 3728th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 6th out of 23 in Eastleigh.
Shamblehurst Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 139 applications for 50 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shamblehurst Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Swimming, Netball, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Book Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 22.7%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Eastleigh, Shamblehurst 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 | 5 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Wildern Lane, Southampton, Eastleigh, SO30 4EJ |
| Headteacher | Anna Jones |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 401 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 22.7% |
| School Capacity | 401 / 450 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (1 Mar 2023): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Jul 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (71%)
3728th of 13,686
Nationally
509th of 2,034
In South East
6th of 23
In Eastleigh
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
71%
Expected Standard
9%
Higher Standard
'22/23
82%
'23/24
71%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed50
139
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
50 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
Wildern Lane, Southampton
Eastleigh, SO30 4EJ
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