Townhill Infant School
| Type | Primary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 2-7 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Benhams Road Southampton Hampshire SO18 2FG |
| Reference Number | 140478 |
Townhill Infant School is performing well overall, with an overall effectiveness rated as good and outstanding leadership and early years provision. This is the first inspection for the school since it became an academy, following a period of exemption from routine inspections. The school's commitment to inclusivity is evident, with strong support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Parents hold the school in high regard, noting the dedication of staff to maintain traditions and prioritize children's well-being. Notable strengths include high-quality early years education, where children make exceptional progress due to excellent teaching. The school maintains a broad and engaging curriculum throughout key stages, enabling pupils to develop strong foundational skills. Despite the successes, there is a need to enhance curriculum delivery and teaching precision in key stage 1 to align with the exceptional standards observed in early years education. Attendance remains a concern, with some pupils not attending as consistently as needed.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 160 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.13%
Girls: 46.88% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 37.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 17.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19.3 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 22.4 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 21 | 22 | 43 |
| 2 | 28 | 16 | 44 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 68.8% |
| White, Other | 8.8% |
| African | 8.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.5% |
| Indian | 1.3% |
| White & Asian | 0.6% |
| Caribbean | 0.6% |
| Asian, Other | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 27 Apr 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Apr 2022 | School inspection: |
| 04 Dec 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as Townhill Infant School | |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 25 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Sep 2006 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 28 Sep 2006 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 17 Jan 2005 | Full inspection |
| 17 Jan 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional early years provision
- Outstanding leadership and management
- Strong support for pupils with SEND
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils
- Wide range of engaging resources and activities
- Effective personal development program
- Strong emphasis on reading and phonics
Areas for Improvement
- Teaching in key stage 1 is less precise compared to early years
- Some pupils do not attend as consistently as needed
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 20 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 11 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 15 | 8 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Townhill Junior School
Benhams Road, Townhill Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 2NX |
0.05 miles |
|
Moorlands Primary School
Kesteven Way, Bitterne, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 5RJ |
0.39 miles |
|
Harefield Primary School
Yeovil Chase, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 5NZ |
0.79 miles |
|
Mansbridge Primary School
Octavia Road, Swaythling, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 2LX |
0.87 miles |
|
Bitterne Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools
Manor Farm Road, Bitterne Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 1NX |
0.89 miles |
|
CHARLTON HOUSE SCHOOL LIMITED
57 Midanbury Lane, Bitterne Park, Southampton, Hampshire, Hampshire, SO18 4DJ |
0.9 miles |
|
Glenfield Infant School
Rossington Way, Bitterne, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 4RN |
0.93 miles |
|
Beechwood Junior School
Juniper Road, Bitterne, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 4EG |
0.98 miles |
|
Bitterne Church of England Primary School
Brownlow Avenue, Bitterne, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 7BX |
1.18 miles |
|
St Denys Primary School
Dundee Road, St Denys, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 2ND |
1.26 miles |
|
Bitterne Manor Primary School
Quayside Road, Bitterne Manor, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 1DP |
1.27 miles |
|
Saint James' Church of England Primary School
Moorgreen Road, West End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 3EG |
1.32 miles |
|
Portswood Primary School
Somerset Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 3AA |
1.39 miles |
|
Thornhill Primary School
Byron Road, Thornhill, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 6FH |
1.51 miles |
|
Swaythling Primary School
Mayfield Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 3SZ |
1.53 miles |
|
Sholing Junior School
Middle Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 8PT |
1.6 miles |
|
Bassett Green Primary School
Honeysuckle Road, Bassett, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 3BZ |
1.65 miles |
|
Springwell School
Hinkler Road, Thornhill, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 6DH |
1.66 miles |
|
Sholing Infant School
Heath Road, Sholing, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 2QF |
1.7 miles |
|
Kanes Hill Primary School
Fairfax Court, Hinkler Road, Thornhill, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 6FW |
1.74 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
The Gregg School
Townhill Park House, Southampton, SO18 2GF |
0.23 miles |
|
Bitterne Park School
Dimond Road, Bitterne Park, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 1BU |
0.57 miles |
|
Yarrow Heights School
Cobden Avenue, Southampton, SO18 1FS |
0.81 miles |
|
Woodlands Community College
Minstead Avenue, Harefield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO18 5FW |
1.11 miles |
|
Itchen College
Middle Road, Bitterne, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 7TB |
1.49 miles |
|
Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton
Leaside Way, Swaythling, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 3DQ |
1.58 miles |
|
Oasis Academy Sholing
Middle Road, Sholing, Southampton, SO19 8PH |
1.74 miles |
|
The Serendipity School
399 Hinkler Road, Thornhill, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 6DS |
1.74 miles |
|
Cantell School
Violet Road, Bassett, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 3GJ |
2.03 miles |
|
New Avenue School
62 the Avenue, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1XS |
2.23 miles |
|
Barton Peveril Sixth Form College
Chestnut Avenue, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 5ZA |
2.28 miles |
|
St Anne's Catholic School
Carlton Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 2WZ |
2.4 miles |
|
Great Oaks School
Vermont Close, Off Winchester Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO16 7LT |
2.44 miles |
|
Wildern School
Wildern Lane, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 4EJ |
2.52 miles |
|
Richard Taunton Sixth Form College
Hill Lane, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 5RL |
2.67 miles |
|
Oasis Academy Mayfield
Ashley Crescent, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 9NA |
2.68 miles |
|
King Edward VI School
Wilton Road, Southampton, SO15 5UQ |
2.68 miles |
|
The Polygon School
Handel Terrace, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 2FH |
2.81 miles |
|
Weston Secondary School
Tickleford Drive, Weston, Southampton, Hampshire, SO19 9QP |
2.91 miles |
|
Upper Shirley High School
Bellemoor Road, Upper Shirley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 7QU |
2.93 miles |