Glenfield Infant School

URN: 140516 • Southampton SO18 4RN

Overview

Name
Glenfield Infant School
URN
140516
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HAMWIC EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Clare Clifford (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02380227966
Website
Visit
Address
Rossington Way, Southampton SO18 4RN

Summary

Glenfield Infant School is a mixed primary academy located in Bitterne, Southampton, catering to children aged 4 to 7 years. With a capacity of 270 pupils, the school currently has 260 enrolled, organized into nine classes with a maximum of 30 children per class. The school prides itself on providing a secure and nurturing environment, fostering resilience and kindness among its students.

The curriculum at Glenfield places a strong emphasis on reading, aiming to unlock creativity and knowledge for all learners. The school utilizes its woodland setting, which includes a nature trail and wildlife garden, as an extended learning environment. This outdoor space supports hands-on learning experiences, such as growing vegetables, and promotes a healthy lifestyle among students.

Glenfield Infant School is part of the Hamwic Education Trust, which collaborates with local schools to enhance educational opportunities. The school community is characterized by strong relationships between staff and pupils, ensuring that children feel happy, safe, and supported in their educational journey. The latest OFSTED inspection in October 2021 reaffirmed the school's 'Good' rating.

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
260
Boys
137
Girls
123
FSM %
25.40
Open date
2014-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-10-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 260 137 123 270 25.40
2024-09-11 268 144 124 270 28.40
2023-09-11 267 134 133 270 28.50
2022-09-11 267 134 133 270 28.50
2021-09-11 270 137 133 270 26.70
2020-09-11 268 141 127 270 22.80

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