Springhill Catholic Primary School
Southampton, SO15 2HW · Southampton · primary school
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1st of 45 primary schools in Southampton we can score, 55 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 9.8/10 against 4,266 of them, against 9.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 95.0 · 99 | 41% | 4.05 |
| Ofsted | 96 | 34% | 3.24 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 21.0 · 93 | 26% | 2.37 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Springhill Catholic Primary School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 95.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. The higher standard was reached by 21.0%, against a national median of 7%. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (9.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 9.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in May 2022.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils access computer coding, languages, film making, and cookery clubs. Sports include football, tennis, basketball, gymnastics, taekwondo, and cricket. Arts and music provision covers recorders, ukulele, rock band, KS1 and KS2 choirs, TPA, and ballet. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 652 pupils against a stated capacity of 630. 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
What specific support is available for pupils who do not reach the higher standard? How does the after-school club integrate with the main curriculum?
What Ofsted said about Springhill Catholic Primary School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils arrive “eager to discover new and interesting knowledge” and behave “exceptionally well.” Leaders maintain a vision of “achieving excellence in all that we do,” supported by “meticulous” curriculum planning that ensures pupils develop detailed knowledge across every subject. The school fosters a caring environment where staff ensure everyone feels they belong to the “Springhill family.”
Strengths
- Pupils are “enthusiastic readers and storytellers” due to an “ambitious” phonics programme and daily support sessions.
- The curriculum is planned meticulously, allowing pupils to “recollect information with ease” and share knowledge confidently.
- Staff provide “excellent support” for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities, both in class and through specific interventions.
- Pupils value the personal, social and health education curriculum, which helps them understand the world and develop as “active citizens.”
- Governors support leaders in balancing professional development with consideration of staff “workload and well-being.”
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with the team possessing “extensive knowledge” and taking “swift action” when concerns are reported.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 85% |
| 2023/24 | 83% |
| 2024/25 | 95% |
| 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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