Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School
93%
Capacity
293
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School
Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Havant community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 293 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 315 places).
Ofsted has rated Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Michael Elsen, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 60% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7652nd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 7th out of 23 in Havant.
Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 46 applications for 29 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 24 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School include Dining Hall, Art Studios, Library, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Netball, Cricket, Swimming and 2 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Science Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 71.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Havant, Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Prospect Lane, Havant, Havant, PO9 5PE |
| Headteacher | Michael Elsen |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 293 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 71.7% |
| School Capacity | 293 / 315 (93% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (28 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Oct 2011. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7652nd of 13,686
Nationally
1095th of 2,034
In South East
7th of 23
In Havant
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
60%
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
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed29
46
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
24 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Prospect Lane, Havant
Havant, PO9 5PE
Journey to School
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