Ringwood Church of England Infant School
| Type | Primary / Voluntary controlled school |
| Age Range | 5-7 |
| Religion | Church of England |
| Address | School Lane Ringwood Hampshire BH24 1LG |
| Reference Number | 116309 |
Ringwood Church of England Infant School has recently undergone its first inspection since 2007, achieving a 'Good' overall effectiveness rating. The inspection revealed a supportive and nurturing environment where pupils feel safe and are encouraged to strive for high academic standards. The school excels in behaviour and attitudes and personal development, both rated as 'Outstanding'. However, it also highlighted the need for further refinements in a small number of subjects and the early years curriculum to ensure consistent and secure learning across the board.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 254 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.97%
Girls: 48.03% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 18.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 27.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 46 | 39 | 85 |
| 2 | 43 | 43 | 86 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 91.3% |
| White, Other | 2% |
| Mixed, Other | 2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.6% |
| White & Asian | 1.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Oct 2021 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Oct 2021 | School inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 08 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Jan 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour and a positive attitude towards learning.
- The strong emphasis on reading ensures nearly all pupils become confident readers.
- Leaders and staff have high ambitions for all pupils, fostering an inclusive environment.
- Pupils are well-supported, particularly those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- A wide range of enriching activities enhances pupils' learning experiences.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects require further refinements for secure and consistent curriculum delivery.
- Ongoing development of the early years curriculum is necessary to align with the new statutory framework.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 35 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 5 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 19 | 6 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Ringwood Junior School
Hightown Road, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1NH |
0.18 miles |
|
Poulner Junior School
North Poulner Road, North Poulner, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 3LA |
1.1 miles |
|
Poulner Infant School and Nursery
North Poulner Road, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 3LA |
1.12 miles |
|
St Ives Primary & Nursery School
Sandy Lane, St Ives, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 2LE |
1.7 miles |
|
Burley Primary School
Church Lane, Burley, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 4AP |
4.06 miles |
|
Sopley Primary School
South Ripley, Bransgore, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 8ET |
4.18 miles |
|
West Moors Middle School
Heathfield Way, West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0DA |
4.25 miles |
|
Oakhurst Community First School
Shaftesbury Road, West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0DY |
4.32 miles |
|
Three Legged Cross First and Nursery School
Church Road, Three Legged Cross, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 6RF |
4.39 miles |
|
Hillside Community First School
Hillside Road, Verwood, Dorset, BH31 7HE |
4.59 miles |
|
Emmanuel Church of England Middle School
Howe Lane, Verwood, BH31 6JF |
4.6 miles |
|
Hyde Church of England Primary School
Hyde, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 2QL |
4.62 miles |
|
St Mary's CofE First School & Nursery
Station Road, West Moors, Ferndown, Dorset, BH22 0JF |
4.65 miles |
|
Verwood Church of England First School
Howe Lane, Verwood, Dorset, BH31 6JF |
4.66 miles |
|
Trinity Church of England First School
Coopers Lane, Verwood, Dorset, BH31 7PG |
4.95 miles |
|
St James' Church of England First School and Nursery, Alderholt
Park Lane, Alderholt, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 3AJ |
4.99 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Ringwood School Academy
Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 1SE |
0.19 miles |
|
Ringwood Waldorf School
Folly Farm Lane, Ashley, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 2NN |
1.02 miles |
|
Sheiling School
Horton Road, Ashley, Ringwood, Hampshire, BH24 2EB |
1.28 miles |
|
Moyles Court School
Moyles Court, Ringwood, BH24 3NF |
2.19 miles |