Southsea Infant School
95%
Capacity
171
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Southsea Infant School
Southsea Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 171 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 180 places).
Ofsted has rated Southsea Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rebecca Holmes, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
Southsea Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 171 applications for 48 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 34 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Severe Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Southsea Infant School include ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Sports Hall, Gymnasium, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Cross Country, Gymnastics, Dance and 2 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Chess, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.4%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Southsea 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Collingwood Road, Southsea Infant School, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 2SR |
| Headteacher | Rebecca Holmes |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 171 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.4% |
| School Capacity | 171 / 180 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jan 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Jan 2024): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 9 Oct 2014. 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
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
171
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
34 families put this school as their 1st choice (20% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Collingwood Road, Southsea Infant School, Southsea
Portsmouth, PO5 2SR
Collingwood Road, Southsea Infant School, Southsea
Portsmouth, PO5 2SR
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