St Denys Primary School
99%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About St Denys Primary School
St Denys Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (99% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated St Denys Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Billy Davies, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 62% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7059th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 42 in Southampton.
St Denys Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 28 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 28 were first-preference applications.
St Denys Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 99% recommending the school (88 responses).
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 St Denys Primary School include Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Forest School, ICT Suite, Art Studios, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Tennis, Netball, Rounders and 2 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Coding, Chess, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.3%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, St Denys 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Dundee Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO17 2ND |
| Headteacher | Billy Davies |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 34.3% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 210 (99% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jun 2015. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (62%)
7059th of 13,686
Nationally
991st of 2,034
In South East
16th of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
62%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
67%
'23/24
62%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
88 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed28
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
28 families put this school as their 1st choice (35% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Denys Primary School
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Contact Information
Dundee Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO17 2ND
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