Springhill Catholic Primary School
104%
Capacity
653
Pupils
2.4x
Demand
About Springhill Catholic Primary School
Springhill Catholic Primary School is a state-funded Roman Catholic primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 653 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (104% of 630 places).
the school is led by headteacher Roxanne Ashworth, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1033rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 2nd out of 42 in Southampton.
Springhill Catholic Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 216 applications for 90 places, making it 2.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 129 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate 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 Springhill Catholic Primary School include Library, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Dance, Swimming, as well as clubs including Book Club, Gardening, Eco Club, Art Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.9%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Springhill Catholic Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Roman Catholic |
| Address | Milton Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO15 2HW |
| Headteacher | Roxanne Ashworth |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 653 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.9% |
| School Capacity | 653 / 630 (104% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 5 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1033rd of 13,686
Nationally
134th of 2,034
In South East
2nd of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
16%
Higher Standard
'22/23
85%
'23/24
83%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
216
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
129 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Springhill Catholic Primary School
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Contact Information
Milton Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO15 2HW
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