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Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

Southampton, SO16 8GFPrimary School·Ages 4-11
Goodby Ofsted

111%

Capacity

234

Pupils

2.8x

Demand

About Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 234 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (111% of 210 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.

Ofsted has rated Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools "Good", the school is led by headteacher Executive Head Gerida Montague & Co Headteacher Sarah Hendricks, it falls under Southampton local authority.

In terms of academic performance, 80% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 25% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1434th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 3rd out of 42 in Southampton.

Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools is a popular choice with families — it received 84 applications for 30 places, making it 2.8x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, 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 Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools include Library, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Forest School, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Netball, Gymnastics, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Coding, Eco Club and 1 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.

For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools 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 TypePrimary (State)
Age Range4 to 11 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressSinclair Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO16 8GF
HeadteacherExecutive Head Gerida Montague & Co Headteacher Sarah Hendricks
Local AuthoritySouthampton
Number of Pupils234
Free School Meals (FSM)34.2%
School Capacity234 / 210 (111% full)
Nursery ClassesYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

2 Jul 2024
View Report

Overall Effectiveness

Good

Declined
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding

Additional Provisions

Early Years Provision
Outstanding

Source: Ofsted, 9 Sept 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (80%)

1434th of 13,686

Nationally

Top 25%

185th of 2,034

In South East

Top 10%

3rd of 42

In Southampton

Top 10%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data

KS2 SATs Results

2023/24

Reading, Writing & Maths Combined

80%

Expected Standard

20%

Higher Standard

ReadingAvg Score: 110
Expected:93%
Higher:57%
Writing
Expected:87%
Higher:33%
MathsAvg Score: 109
Expected:100%
Higher:53%
RWM Expected Standard % over timeStable +3%

'22/23

77%

'23/24

80%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.

SEND Support

AutismMental HealthSpeech & LanguageVisionPhysicalLearning Difficulty

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
LibraryDining HallOutdoor PlaygroundPlaying FieldsForest SchoolSports HallICT SuiteChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

10

Sports

SwimmingNetballGymnasticsCross CountryRounders

Clubs & Activities

GardeningBook ClubCodingEco ClubChess

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

30

Applications

84

Good Demand

Popular school with more applications than places

Applications to places ratio2.8x
0x1x2x3x5x+

34 families put this school as their 1st choice (40% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

02380736663www.sinclairlive.net

Sinclair Road, Southampton

Southampton, SO16 8GF

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Sinclair Road, Southampton

Southampton, SO16 8GF

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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