Droxford Junior School

URN: 115881 • Southampton SO32 3QR

Overview

Name
Droxford Junior School
URN
115881
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
71.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Matthew Dampier (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01489877537
Website
Visit
Address
Union Lane, Southampton SO32 3QR

Summary

Droxford Junior School is a community primary school located in the picturesque Meon Valley, Hampshire. Established in 1929, the school caters to 169 pupils and emphasizes a strong connection with the South Downs National Park, having been designated as an Ambassador School. The curriculum is enriched with outdoor education and contextual learning, incorporating local geography and history to enhance students' understanding and engagement.

The school prides itself on fostering a positive learning environment, guided by its core values of Respect, Kindness, and Responsibility. It aims to equip children with essential skills for learning, including Tenacity, Curiosity, Creativity, and Collaboration, which are vital for their future academic and personal success. Pupils benefit from a variety of enrichment opportunities, including residential trips, day excursions, and extracurricular clubs that promote diverse interests.

Droxford Junior School maintains strong partnerships with local infant schools and actively involves parents and the community through fundraising and support initiatives. The dedicated staff, proactive governors, and engaged families work together to ensure that every child feels happy, safe, and inspired throughout their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Hampshire
Age range
7 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
180
Pupils
169
Boys
85
Girls
84
FSM %
18.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-02-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 169 85 84 180 18.30
2024-09-11 168 79 89 180 13.70
2023-09-11 179 94 85 180 8.90
2022-09-11 179 94 85 180 8.90
2021-09-11 173 97 76 180 6.90
2020-09-11 182 99 83 180 4.90

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