The Butts Primary School
81%
Capacity
340
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About The Butts Primary School
The Butts Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the East Hampshire community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 340 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated The Butts Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Julia Woodhouse, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4183rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 15th out of 31 in East Hampshire.
The Butts Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 74 applications for 52 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 50 were first-preference applications.
The Butts Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 81% recommending the school (111 responses).
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 The Butts Primary School include Library, Outdoor Playground, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Swimming, Tennis, Netball, Gymnastics and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 11.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in East Hampshire, The Butts 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 | Bolle Road, Alton, East Hampshire, GU34 1PW |
| Headteacher | Julia Woodhouse |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 340 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 11.5% |
| School Capacity | 340 / 420 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Mar 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 29 Apr 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4183rd of 13,686
Nationally
568th of 2,034
In South East
15th of 31
In East Hampshire
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
15%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
70%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
111 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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
74
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
50 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 The Butts Primary School
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Contact Information
Bolle Road, Alton
East Hampshire, GU34 1PW
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