Weston Shore Infant School
81%
Capacity
73
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Weston Shore Infant School
Weston Shore Infant School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Southampton community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 73 pupils on roll and is well-filled (81% of 90 places).
Ofsted has rated Weston Shore Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher James Wiltshire, it falls under Southampton local authority.
Weston Shore Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 47 applications for 25 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Weston Shore Infant School include Playing Fields, Dining Hall, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Forest School, Library.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cricket, Cross Country, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Choir, Coding, Science Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 67.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Southampton, Weston Shore 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Foxcott Close, Southampton, Southampton, SO19 9JQ |
| Headteacher | James Wiltshire |
| Local Authority | Southampton |
| Number of Pupils | 73 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 67.1% |
| School Capacity | 73 / 90 (81% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
3 Oct 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 19 Nov 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed25
47
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (53% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Foxcott Close, Southampton
Southampton, SO19 9JQ
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