South View Infant and Nursery School
90%
Capacity
218
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About South View Infant and Nursery School
South View Infant and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Basingstoke and Deane community, welcoming children from age 3 to 7. The school has 218 pupils on roll and is well-filled (90% of 242 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated South View Infant and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sheila Pape, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
South View Infant and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 101 applications for 53 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
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 South View Infant and Nursery School include Library, Music Rooms, Gymnasium, Sensory Room, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Football, Rounders, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Drama, Film Club, Gardening and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 29.8%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Basingstoke and Deane, South View Infant 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 | 3 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Off Shooters Way, Basingstoke, Basingstoke and Deane, RG21 5LL |
| Headteacher | Sheila Pape |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 218 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 29.8% |
| School Capacity | 218 / 242 (90% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (5 Jun 2024): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Dec 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
101
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (46% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Off Shooters Way, Basingstoke
Basingstoke and Deane, RG21 5LL
Off Shooters Way, Basingstoke
Basingstoke and Deane, RG21 5LL
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