West Hove Infant School
94%
Capacity
505
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About West Hove Infant School
West Hove Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Brighton and Hove community, welcoming children from age 5 to 7. The school has 505 pupils on roll and is well-filled (94% of 540 places).
the school is led by headteacher Maddie Southern, it falls under Brighton and Hove local authority.
West Hove Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 238 applications for 105 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 98 were first-preference applications.
West Hove Infant School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 96% recommending the school (157 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at West Hove Infant School include ICT Suite, Library, Art Studios, Sensory Room, Playing Fields, Forest School, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Netball, Cricket, as well as clubs including Book Club, Science Club, Art Club, Film Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Brighton and Hove, West Hove Infant 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 | 5 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Portland Road, Hove, Brighton and Hove, BN3 5JA |
| Headteacher | Maddie Southern |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 505 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.7% |
| School Capacity | 505 / 540 (94% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Outstanding
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 11 Dec 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
157 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
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed105
238
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
98 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Portland Road, Hove
Brighton and Hove, BN3 5JA
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