Sholing Junior School
96%
Capacity
346
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Sholing Junior School
Sholing Junior School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 346 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated Sholing Junior School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Marcella Dobson, it falls under Southampton 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 7791st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 42 in Southampton.
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 Sholing Junior School include Playing Fields, ICT Suite, Library, Forest School, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Gymnastics, Tennis and 1 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Science Club, Chess, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 27.7%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Sholing Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Middle Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO19 8PT |
| Headteacher | Marcella Dobson |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 346 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 27.7% |
| School Capacity | 346 / 360 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
28 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 21 Sept 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (60%)
7791st of 13,686
Nationally
1121st of 2,034
In South East
18th of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
60%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
46%
'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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sholing Junior School
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Contact Information
Middle Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO19 8PT
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