Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools
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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sinclair Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO16 8GF |
| Headteacher | Executive Head Gerida Montague & Co Headteacher Sarah Hendricks |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 234 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.2% |
| School Capacity | 234 / 210 (111% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
2 Jul 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
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
185th of 2,034
In South East
3rd of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
80%
Expected Standard
20%
Higher Standard
'22/23
77%
'23/24
80%
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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
84
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
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
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Contact Information
Sinclair Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO16 8GF
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Opening Hours
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