St Monica Primary School
80%
Capacity
358
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About St Monica Primary School
St Monica 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 358 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 450 places).
Ofsted has rated St Monica Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Hayley Clark, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 48% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11070th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 32nd out of 42 in Southampton.
St Monica Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 80 applications for 40 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 39 were first-preference applications.
St Monica Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 93% recommending the school (69 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 Monica Primary School include Gymnasium, Library, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Tennis, Cross Country, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Coding, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, St Monica 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 | St. Monica Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO19 8ES |
| Headteacher | Hayley Clark |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 358 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.2% |
| School Capacity | 358 / 450 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 3 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (48%)
11070th of 13,686
Nationally
1662nd of 2,034
In South East
32nd of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
48%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
45%
'23/24
48%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
69 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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed40
80
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
39 families put this school as their 1st choice (49% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Monica Primary 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
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Contact Information
St. Monica Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO19 8ES
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