Southbourne Infant School
98%
Capacity
176
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Southbourne Infant School
Southbourne Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Chichester community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 176 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Southbourne Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lucy Whiffin, it falls under West Sussex local authority.
Southbourne Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 54 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Southbourne Infant School include Library, Dining Hall, Forest School, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Netball, Cricket, Football and 1 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Coding, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 17.6%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Chichester, Southbourne 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | New Road, Emsworth, Chichester, PO10 8JX |
| Headteacher | Lucy Whiffin |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 176 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 17.6% |
| School Capacity | 176 / 180 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Sept 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Sept 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Apr 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (52% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
New Road, Emsworth
Chichester, PO10 8JX
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