Bishops Waltham Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 5-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Oak Road Bishops Waltham Southampton Hampshire SO32 1EP |
| Reference Number | 115863 |
Bishops Waltham Infant School has demonstrated outstanding performance across all areas of education and development. The school, which has not been inspected since 2011 due to its previous outstanding judgement, continues to provide high-quality education where pupils thrive and achieve exceptionally well. The school's commitment to nurturing every child's potential is evident in the innovative curriculum and the support provided to disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), ensuring they succeed alongside their peers. Pupils' behaviour is exemplary, reflecting a joyful and supportive school environment that prioritizes well-being and the cultivation of essential values.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 200 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49%
Girls: 51% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 12.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 28 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43 | 37 | 80 |
| 2 | 28 | 32 | 60 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 95.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.5% |
| White, Other | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Asian, Other | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 28 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Nov 2023 | School inspection: |
| 07 Jul 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Mar 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional academic achievement across the curriculum.
- Strong and high expectations from early years onward.
- Outstanding behaviour and attitudes among pupils.
- Excellent support for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND.
- Innovative curriculum that engages and excites students.
- Prioritization of mental health and well-being.
- Dedicated and skilled leadership and staff team.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 36 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 23 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Bishop's Waltham Junior School
Oak Road, Bishops Waltham, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 1EP |
0.05 miles |
|
Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School
Church Road, Swanmore, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2PA |
1.37 miles |
|
St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School
Solomons Lane, Waltham Chase, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2LY |
1.88 miles |
|
Upham Church of England Aided Primary School
Upham Street, Upham, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 1JD |
2.3 miles |
|
Droxford Junior School
Union Lane, Droxford, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 3QR |
2.83 miles |
|
Curdridge Primary School
Church Lane, Curdridge, Near Botley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2DR |
3 miles |
|
Durley Church of England Controlled Primary School
Durley Brook Road, Durley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2AR |
3.04 miles |
|
Boorley Park
Boorley Park Primary School, 7 Nairn Road, Boorley Park, Botley, Hampshire, SO32 2SH |
3.51 miles |
|
Meonstoke Church of England Infant School
Chapel Road, Meonstoke, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 3NJ |
3.61 miles |
|
Wickham Church of England Primary School
Buddens Road, Wickham, Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 5HU |
3.74 miles |
|
Fair Oak Infant School
Botley Road, Fair Oak, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 7AN |
3.94 miles |
|
Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School
52 High Street, Botley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 2EA |
4.03 miles |
|
Fair Oak Junior School
Botley Road, Fair Oak, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 7AN |
4.03 miles |
|
Berrywood Primary School
Maunsell Way, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 2TL |
4.49 miles |
|
Newtown Soberton Infant School
Church Road, Newtown, Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 6LJ |
4.51 miles |
|
Owslebury Primary School
Beech Grove, Owslebury, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1LS |
4.58 miles |
|
Wellstead Primary School
Wellstead Way, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 2LE |
4.74 miles |
|
Freegrounds Infant School
Hobb Lane, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 0GG |
4.94 miles |
|
Freegrounds Junior School
Hobb Lane, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 0GG |
4.94 miles |
|
Shamblehurst Primary School
Wildern Lane, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 4EJ |
4.95 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Swanmore College
New Road, Swanmore, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2RB |
1.32 miles |
|
Wyvern College
Botley Road, Fair Oak, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 7AN |
4.02 miles |
|
Deer Park School
Sika Avenue, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 2HT |
4.09 miles |
|
The King's School
Lakesmere House, Allington Lane, Fair Oak, Hampshire, SO50 7DB |
4.33 miles |
|
Wildern School
Wildern Lane, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 4EJ |
4.89 miles |