Freegrounds Infant School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 5-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Hobb Lane Hedge End Southampton Hampshire SO30 0GG |
| Reference Number | 115918 |
Freegrounds Infant School continues to perform well, maintaining its status as a good school. It is characterized by a warm and vibrant atmosphere where pupils feel safe and valued. The school places a strong emphasis on reading, and recent improvements to the phonics program have contributed positively to pupils' literacy skills. The curriculum is well-structured, promoting both academic and personal development, with leaders keenly aware of their responsibilities in fostering an inclusive environment for all students. The strong performance of the school is supported by an engaged staff and proactive governors who prioritize staff well-being and student welfare.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 208 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 43.75%
Girls: 56.25% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 12.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 7.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 26 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 49 | 82 |
| 2 | 23 | 36 | 59 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 87.5% |
| White, Other | 2.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.4% |
| Chinese | 1.4% |
| White & Asian | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0.5% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| African | 0.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 28 Feb 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Feb 2023 | School inspection |
| 03 Oct 2017 | Short inspection |
| 14 May 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 16 May 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Apr 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils feel safe and happy at school
- High expectations for both behavior and achievement
- Strong commitment to reading and literacy development
- Effective personal development program for pupils
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils
- Strong support for pupils with SEND and EAL
- High parental satisfaction with the school's support
Areas for Improvement
- Some staff require additional training in phonics delivery
- Curriculum clarity is lacking in a few subjects regarding specific knowledge and vocabulary
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 57 | 10 |
| Third Preference | 17 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 8 | 3 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Freegrounds Junior School
Hobb Lane, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 0GG |
0 miles |
|
Kings Copse Primary School
Kings Copse Road, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 0PQ |
0.42 miles |
|
Shamblehurst Primary School
Wildern Lane, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 4EJ |
0.57 miles |
|
Berrywood Primary School
Maunsell Way, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 2TL |
0.81 miles |
|
Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School
52 High Street, Botley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 2EA |
1.11 miles |
|
Wellstead Primary School
Wellstead Way, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 2LE |
1.34 miles |
|
Kanes Hill Primary School
Fairfax Court, Hinkler Road, Thornhill, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 6FW |
1.41 miles |
|
Boorley Park
Boorley Park Primary School, 7 Nairn Road, Boorley Park, Botley, Hampshire, SO32 2SH |
1.48 miles |
|
Hightown Primary School
Tunstall Road, Thornhill, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 6AA |
1.54 miles |
|
Saint James' Church of England Primary School
Moorgreen Road, West End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 3EG |
1.83 miles |
|
Springwell School
Hinkler Road, Thornhill, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 6DH |
1.93 miles |
|
Bursledon Junior School(CA)
Long Lane, Bursledon, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 8BZ |
1.95 miles |
|
Bursledon Church of England Infant School
Long Lane, Bursledon, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 8BZ |
1.99 miles |
|
Thornhill Primary School
Byron Road, Thornhill, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 6FH |
2.08 miles |
|
Curdridge Primary School
Church Lane, Curdridge, Near Botley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2DR |
2.11 miles |
|
Valentine Primary School & Nursery
Valentine Avenue, Sholing, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 0EQ |
2.28 miles |
|
Harefield Primary School
Yeovil Chase, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 5NZ |
2.36 miles |
|
Durley Church of England Controlled Primary School
Durley Brook Road, Durley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO32 2AR |
2.62 miles |
|
Moorlands Primary School
Kesteven Way, Bitterne, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 5RJ |
2.66 miles |
|
Sarisbury Church of England Junior School
Allotment Road, Sarisbury Green, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 7AP |
2.74 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Wildern School
Wildern Lane, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 4EJ |
0.52 miles |
|
Deer Park School
Sika Avenue, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 2HT |
0.95 miles |
|
The Serendipity School
399 Hinkler Road, Thornhill, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 6DS |
1.75 miles |
|
Woodlands Community College
Minstead Avenue, Harefield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 5FW |
1.91 miles |
|
Fair Ways School
New Road, Swanwick, Hampshire, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 7HE |
2.01 miles |
|
Oasis Academy Mayfield
Ashley Crescent, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 9NA |
2.63 miles |
|
Itchen College
Middle Road, Bitterne, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 7TB |
2.69 miles |
|
Oasis Academy Sholing
Middle Road, Sholing, Southampton, SO19 8PH |
2.85 miles |
|
King's Academy Lord Wilson
Montefiore Drive, Sarisbury Green, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 7NL |
3.01 miles |
|
The Hamble School
Satchell Lane, Hamble-le-Rice, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 4NE |
3.01 miles |
|
The Gregg School
Townhill Park House, Southampton, SO18 2GF |
3.09 miles |
|
Yarrow Heights School
Cobden Avenue, Southampton, SO18 1FS |
3.15 miles |
|
Weston Secondary School
Tickleford Drive, Weston, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 9QP |
3.23 miles |
|
Brookfield Community School
Brook Lane, Sarisbury Green, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 7DU |
3.24 miles |
|
The King's School
Lakesmere House, Allington Lane, Fair Oak, Hampshire, SO50 7DB |
3.3 miles |
|
Wyvern College
Botley Road, Fair Oak, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 7AN |
3.37 miles |
|
Bitterne Park School
Dimond Road, Bitterne Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 1BU |
3.44 miles |
|
Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton
Leaside Way, Swaythling, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 3DQ |
4.45 miles |
|
Barton Peveril Sixth Form College
Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 5ZA |
4.64 miles |
|
New Avenue School
62 the Avenue, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1XS |
4.76 miles |