Freegrounds Infant School
URN: 115918 • Southampton SO30 0GG
Overview
- Name
- Freegrounds Infant School
- URN
- 115918
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nikki Riches (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01489782075
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hobb Lane, Southampton SO30 0GG
Summary
Freegrounds Infant School is a community primary school located in Hedge End, Southampton, catering to children aged 4 to 7. With a current enrolment of 208 pupils and a capacity for 270, the school aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive environment where children can thrive. Established in 1969, the school has expanded its facilities to meet local demand, ensuring a vibrant learning atmosphere.
The school’s ethos focuses on fostering resilience, independence, and creativity in its students. Freegrounds promotes a personalised and arts-rich curriculum that encourages exploration and curiosity, while also valuing each child's individuality. The school is committed to high-quality teaching and providing first-hand experiences that support academic and emotional development.
Community engagement is a cornerstone of Freegrounds Infant School, with strong partnerships between parents and staff. The school actively involves families in various events and initiatives, reinforcing a sense of belonging and collaboration within the local community. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
The school’s ethos focuses on fostering resilience, independence, and creativity in its students. Freegrounds promotes a personalised and arts-rich curriculum that encourages exploration and curiosity, while also valuing each child's individuality. The school is committed to high-quality teaching and providing first-hand experiences that support academic and emotional development.
Community engagement is a cornerstone of Freegrounds Infant School, with strong partnerships between parents and staff. The school actively involves families in various events and initiatives, reinforcing a sense of belonging and collaboration within the local community. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the office directly.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 208 | 91 | 117 | 270 | 12.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 234 | 102 | 132 | 270 | 12.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 247 | 128 | 119 | 270 | 13.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 247 | 128 | 119 | 270 | 13.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 244 | 129 | 115 | 270 | 11.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 267 | 145 | 122 | 270 | 9.70 |
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