Marnel Junior School
URN: 148385 • Basingstoke RG24 9PT
Overview
- Name
- Marnel Junior School
- URN
- 148385
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 69.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tijhs Jordan (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01256328670
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Shetland Road, Basingstoke RG24 9PT
Summary
Marnel Junior School is a mixed, four-form academy located in the Popley area of Basingstoke, Hampshire. With a current enrolment of 459 pupils and a capacity for 480, the school prides itself on creating a friendly and engaging environment where children can thrive. The school’s ethos centres around the principles of thinking, believing, persevering, and succeeding, fostering a culture of hard work and achievement among its students.
The curriculum at Marnel Junior School is designed to be rich and varied, incorporating academic, creative, sporting, and musical elements to cater to diverse interests and needs. The school is committed to providing relevant opportunities that prepare pupils for both present and future challenges. Staff members are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, promoting independence and confidence in their learning journey.
Marnel Junior School actively engages with the local community to enhance the educational experience and maintain a supportive atmosphere. The school encourages parental involvement and aims to create a welcoming environment for families to visit and participate in school life.
The curriculum at Marnel Junior School is designed to be rich and varied, incorporating academic, creative, sporting, and musical elements to cater to diverse interests and needs. The school is committed to providing relevant opportunities that prepare pupils for both present and future challenges. Staff members are dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, promoting independence and confidence in their learning journey.
Marnel Junior School actively engages with the local community to enhance the educational experience and maintain a supportive atmosphere. The school encourages parental involvement and aims to create a welcoming environment for families to visit and participate in school life.
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Key details
- LA
- Hampshire
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 480
- Pupils
- 459
- Boys
- 229
- Girls
- 230
- FSM %
- 39.90
- Open date
- 2021-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-01-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hampshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 459 | 229 | 230 | 480 | 39.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 438 | 211 | 227 | 480 | 39.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 383 | 199 | 184 | 480 | 35.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 383 | 199 | 184 | 480 | 35.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 480 |
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