Deer Park School

URN: 143698 • Southampton SO30 2HT

Overview

Name
Deer Park School
URN
143698
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
RAISE EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Matthew Jones (since 2025)
Telephone
01489351100
Website
Visit
Address
Sika Avenue, Southampton SO30 2HT

Summary

Deer Park School, located in Southampton, Hampshire, is a mixed secondary free school that opened in September 2021. With a current enrolment of 697 pupils and a capacity of 1,050, the school aims to inspire ambition and strengthen community ties while achieving academic excellence. The school is committed to fostering a supportive environment where positive relationships are built among students and staff.

The curriculum at Deer Park School encompasses a wide range of subjects, including English, Mathematics, Science, and various arts and technology disciplines. The school also emphasizes the importance of wellbeing, providing resources and support for mental health, including initiatives like Wellbeing Wednesdays and partnerships with local mental health services.

Community engagement is a key focus, with opportunities for parents and local residents to participate in school events and activities. Deer Park School also offers various extracurricular activities and a House system to encourage student leadership and teamwork, contributing to a well-rounded educational experience.

Key details

LA
Hampshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
RAISE EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1050
Pupils
697
Boys
359
Girls
338
FSM %
19.50
Open date
2021-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-30
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 697 359 338 1050 19.50
2024-09-11 487 250 237 1050 18.50
2023-09-11 124 63 61 1050 14.50
2022-09-11 124 63 61 1050 14.50
2021-09-11 1050

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