The Crescent Primary School
96%
Capacity
606
Pupils
1.7x
Demand
About The Crescent Primary School
The Crescent Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Eastleigh community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 606 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated The Crescent Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Mark Wartnaby, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 54% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 9785th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 23 in Eastleigh.
The Crescent Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 132 applications for 78 places, making it 1.7x oversubscribed. Of these, 77 were first-preference applications.
The Crescent Primary School has mixed reviews on SchoolParrot (2.6/5 from 2 parents).
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 The Crescent Primary School include Music Rooms, ICT Suite, Sensory Room, Library, Gymnasium, Dining Hall, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Cross Country, Athletics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Eco Club, Drama, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 30.9%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Eastleigh, The Crescent 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 | The Crescent Primary School, Eastleigh, Eastleigh, SO50 9DH |
| Headteacher | Mark Wartnaby |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 606 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.9% |
| School Capacity | 606 / 630 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jul 2023): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 22 Mar 2018. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (54%)
9785th of 13,686
Nationally
1450th of 2,034
In South East
18th of 23
In Eastleigh
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
54%
Expected Standard
7%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
54%
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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed78
132
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
77 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
The Crescent Primary School, Eastleigh
Eastleigh, SO50 9DH
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