Winnall Primary School
89%
Capacity
187
Pupils
1.4x
Demand
About Winnall Primary School
Winnall Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Winchester community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 187 pupils on roll and is well-filled (89% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Winnall Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sally Peckett, it falls under Hampshire local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 63% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 6630th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 22nd out of 35 in Winchester.
Winnall Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 23 applications for 17 places, making it 1.4x oversubscribed. Of these, 16 were first-preference applications.
Winnall Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 85% recommending the school (27 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Winnall Primary School include ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Gymnasium, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Cross Country, Athletics, Dance and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Drama, Choir, Book Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 51.1%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Winchester, Winnall 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 | Garbett Road, Winchester, Winchester, SO23 0NY |
| Headteacher | Sally Peckett |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Number of Pupils | 187 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 51.1% |
| School Capacity | 187 / 210 (89% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Oct 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 25 Nov 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (63%)
6630th of 13,686
Nationally
937th of 2,034
In South East
22nd of 35
In Winchester
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
63%
Expected Standard
10%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
63%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
27 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
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed17
23
Balanced
Applications roughly match available places
16 families put this school as their 1st choice (70% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Winnall Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Garbett Road, Winchester
Winchester, SO23 0NY
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