Best Primary Schools in Hampshire 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 425 schools across Hampshire. Updated with 2025–26 data.

425

Total schools

Outstanding

22%

Outstanding rate

63.2%

Avg KS2 SATs

36.9

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	St Faith's Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	84	View school
🥈	Sparsholt Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	84	View school
🥉	St Luke's Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	83	View school
4.	Cheriton Primary School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
5.	Talavera Junior School Primary	Outstanding	81	View school
6.	Preston Candover Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
7.	St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	80	View school
8.	Broughton Primary School Primary	Good	80	View school
9.	Wherwell Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
10.	Harrison Primary School Primary	Outstanding	78	View school
11.	Twyford St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary	Good	78	View school
12.	Overton Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
13.	Hook Junior School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
14.	Lockerley Church of England Endowed Primary School Primary	Good	77	View school
15.	St Francis Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
16.	Burghclere Primary School Primary	Good	76	View school
17.	Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
18.	Durley Church of England Controlled Primary School Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
19.	St Mary Bourne Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school
20.	Warren Park Primary School Primary	Outstanding	75	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Hampshire?

There are 425 primary schools in Hampshire, of which 93 (22%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Hampshire?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Hampshire is St Faith's Church of England Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Hampshire?

Primary and secondary school applications in Hampshire are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Hampshire council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Hampshire?

22% of primary schools in Hampshire are rated Outstanding and 70% are rated Good. 83.6% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.