Shirley Infant School
98%
Capacity
264
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Shirley Infant School
Shirley Infant School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 264 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 270 places).
Ofsted has rated Shirley Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Cate Gregory, it falls under Southampton local authority.
Shirley Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 176 applications for 89 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 88 were first-preference applications.
Shirley Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 88% recommending the school (94 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Shirley Infant School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Art Studios, Gymnasium, Forest School.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Athletics, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Book Club, Film Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.7%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Shirley 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Wilton Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO15 5LA |
| Headteacher | Cate Gregory |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 264 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.7% |
| School Capacity | 264 / 270 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
94 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed89
176
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
88 families put this school as their 1st choice (50% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Wilton Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO15 5LA
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