Weston Park Primary School
69%
Capacity
518
Pupils
1.6x
Demand
About Weston Park Primary School
Weston Park 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 518 pupils on roll, operating at 69% capacity.
Ofsted has rated Weston Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Wiltshire, it falls under Southampton local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 49% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10987th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 42 in Southampton.
Weston Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 72 applications for 44 places, making it 1.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 43 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Weston Park Primary School include Music Rooms, Library, Gymnasium, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Dance, Gymnastics, Athletics, Rounders and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Book Club, Eco Club, Coding and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 58.7%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Weston Park 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 | Newtown Road, Southampton, Southampton, SO19 9HX |
| Headteacher | James Wiltshire |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 518 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 58.7% |
| School Capacity | 518 / 750 (69% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
30 Nov 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 23 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (49%)
10987th of 13,686
Nationally
1651st of 2,034
In South East
31st of 42
In Southampton
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
49%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
48%
'23/24
49%
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
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
2025/26Oversubscribed44
72
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
43 families put this school as their 1st choice (60% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Weston Park Primary School
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Contact Information
Newtown Road, Southampton
Southampton, SO19 9HX
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