Best Primary Schools in Southampton 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 54 schools across Southampton. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

20%

Outstanding rate

57.5%

Avg KS2 SATs

33.4

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Springhill Catholic Primary School Primary	Outstanding	85	View school
🥈	Portswood Primary School Primary	Outstanding	77	View school
🥉	Holy Family Catholic Primary School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools Primary	Outstanding	76	View school
4.	St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Primary	Good	74	View school
5.	Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
6.	Highfield Church of England Primary School Primary	Outstanding	73	View school
7.	Mansel Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools Primary	Good	71	View school
8.	Beechwood Junior School Primary	Outstanding	71	View school
9.	Bitterne Park Primary & Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools Primary	Outstanding	69	View school
10.	Fairisle Junior School Primary	Good	68	View school
11.	Swaythling Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
12.	Redbridge Primary School Primary	Good	68	View school
13.	Tanners Brook Primary School Primary	Good	67	View school
14.	Banister Primary School Primary	Good	65	View school
15.	Bitterne Manor Primary School Primary	Outstanding	62	View school
16.	Oakwood Primary School Primary	Good	62	View school
17.	Harefield Primary School Primary	Outstanding	61	View school
18.	Bevois Town Primary School Primary	Good	60	View school
19.	Freemantle Church of England Community Academy Primary	Good	60	View school
20.	St Mary's Church of England Primary School & Nursery Primary	Good	60	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many primary schools are there in Southampton?

There are 54 primary schools in Southampton, of which 11 (20%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Southampton?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Southampton is Springhill Catholic Primary School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Southampton?

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

What is the average Ofsted rating in Southampton?

20% of primary schools in Southampton are rated Outstanding and 61% are rated Good. 71.3% 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.