Shirley Infant School

URN: 138903 • Southampton SO15 5LA

Overview

Name
Shirley Infant School
URN
138903
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HAMWIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
65.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Cate Gregory (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
02380775057
Website
Visit
Address
Wilton Road, Southampton SO15 5LA

Summary

Shirley Infant School, located in Southampton, is a mixed academy catering to 264 pupils, with a capacity of 270. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in the motto "Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day," which reflects its dedication to the holistic development of each student, focusing on moral, spiritual, creative, and academic growth.

The curriculum is designed to be dynamic and engaging, promoting strong relationships between staff and students. Teachers strive to understand each child's unique talents and needs, ensuring tailored support for their learning journey. The school values parental involvement and offers various opportunities for parents to engage in their children's education through workshops and events.

Shirley Infant School also emphasizes community engagement, with a supportive parent group, Friends of Shirley Infant School (F.O.S.I.S.), enhancing the school experience. The school’s commitment to strong values and the UNICEF Rights of the Child framework has been positively noted in recent Ofsted inspections, highlighting its focus on nurturing a positive school culture.

Key details

LA
Southampton
Age range
4 - 7
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
HAMWIC EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
270
Pupils
264
Boys
122
Girls
142
FSM %
11.70
Open date
2012-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 264 122 142 270 11.70
2024-09-11 269 118 151 270 13.00
2023-09-11 269 134 135 270 9.70
2022-09-11 269 134 135 270 9.70
2021-09-11 268 142 126 270 10.40
2020-09-11 270 139 131 270 9.30

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