Hiltingbury Junior School
Eastleigh, SO53 5NP · Hampshire · primary school
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42nd of 300 primary schools in Hampshire we can score, 420 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 3,009 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.9/10 among them, against 8.6/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 81.0 · 89 | 40% | 3.57 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 14.0 · 81 | 25% | 2.03 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hiltingbury Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 81.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 14.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in March 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.9 out of 10 among them, against 8.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can learn recorder, woodwind, guitar, bowed strings, and piano. The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 372 pupils against a stated capacity of 384. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who do not reach the higher standard in maths? What specific activities are available in the after-school club? How does the school maintain its Good rating following the 2023 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Hiltingbury Junior School
Overview
Hiltingbury Junior School is described as having a “warm, welcoming and upbeat atmosphere” where pupils speak with pride about their learning. The report highlights that the school provides a high-quality education with effective leadership, noting that “classrooms are happy, busy and purposeful places.” Overall, the school is judged to be Good across all inspection categories, reflecting significant improvements since the previous inspection.
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate “respectfulness, kindness, honesty, equality and resilience” and behave well most of the time.
- The curriculum in core subjects like reading, writing, mathematics, and science is clear, with content well-sequenced to support learning.
- A revised reading curriculum using “high-quality texts” and a new phonics programme is helping pupils, including those who find reading difficult, to catch up quickly.
- Leaders have built an effective team and use assessments effectively to check progress and guide strategic developments.
- Personal development is strong, with pupils learning about world religions with respect and enjoying roles of responsibility such as “eco warrior” and “cyber ambassador.”
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in a few foundation subjects is “not as well sequenced” as in others, meaning progression is not always clear for teachers.
- Teaching is “not always as responsive to pupils’ needs as it could be,” particularly for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), causing some to find it hard to keep up.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with “more rigorous” record-keeping and updated policies providing a secure framework for pupils and staff.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 83% |
| 2023/24 | 81% |
| 2024/25 | 81% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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