St John's Primary and Nursery School
95%
Capacity
442
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About St John's Primary and Nursery School
St John's Primary and Nursery School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 442 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 465 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St John's Primary and Nursery School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Kirsten Buist, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9126th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 42 in Southampton.
St John's Primary and Nursery School is a popular choice with families — it received 78 applications for 55 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 53 were first-preference applications.
St John's Primary and Nursery School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (42 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 John's Primary and Nursery School include ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Library, Music Rooms, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Dance, Athletics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Drama, Science Club, Art Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 38.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, St John's Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | French Street, Southampton, Southampton, SO14 2AU |
| Headteacher | Kirsten Buist |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 442 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 38.0% |
| School Capacity | 442 / 465 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Jun 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9126th of 13,686
Nationally
1363rd of 2,034
In South East
23rd of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
2%
Higher Standard
'22/23
53%
'23/24
56%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
42 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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed55
78
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
53 families put this school as their 1st choice (68% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St John's Primary and Nursery School
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KS2 SATs Explained
A parent's guide to Year 6 SATs and how results are reported
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
French Street, Southampton
Southampton, SO14 2AU
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