Merton Infant School
URN: 116004 • Basingstoke RG24 9HB
Overview
- Name
- Merton Infant School
- URN
- 116004
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Larissa James (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01256324507
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Romsey Close, Basingstoke RG24 9HB
Summary
Merton Infant School is a community primary school located in Basingstoke, Hampshire, catering to mixed-gender pupils aged 4 to 7. With a current enrolment of 215 students and a capacity of 270, the school serves a diverse community, with approximately 24.7% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school is committed to creating a nurturing environment that supports the individual needs of every child.
The curriculum at Merton Infant School is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, ensuring that all children receive a strong foundation in key subjects. The school places a significant emphasis on safeguarding and inclusivity, with dedicated provisions for Special Educational Needs (SEN) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) students. This approach reflects the school’s commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Merton Infant School values the importance of community and actively engages with parents and local stakeholders. The school’s ethos is rooted in its vision and values, promoting British values and encouraging a sense of belonging among students. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at http://www.mertoninfants.com.
The curriculum at Merton Infant School is designed to provide a broad and balanced education, ensuring that all children receive a strong foundation in key subjects. The school places a significant emphasis on safeguarding and inclusivity, with dedicated provisions for Special Educational Needs (SEN) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) students. This approach reflects the school’s commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment.
Merton Infant School values the importance of community and actively engages with parents and local stakeholders. The school’s ethos is rooted in its vision and values, promoting British values and encouraging a sense of belonging among students. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at http://www.mertoninfants.com.
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Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 215 | 128 | 87 | 270 | 24.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 177 | 101 | 76 | 270 | 32.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 204 | 102 | 102 | 270 | 27.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 204 | 102 | 102 | 270 | 27.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 191 | 96 | 95 | 270 | 26.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 165 | 88 | 77 | 270 | 23.00 |
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