What is the best primary school in Hampshire?

On our composite score, St Joseph's Catholic Primary School is the top-ranked primary school in Hampshire, with a grade A. The score is one view of a school: each profile shows the figures behind it, and the list above ranks every scored primary school in the area.

How many primary schools are there in Hampshire?

There are 502 primary schools in Hampshire with a composite score on FindGreatSchools. Schools too new to have published results, and independent and special schools, are listed on their own pages.

How are primary schools in Hampshire ranked?

By our composite score, which blends four domains (Ofsted inspection, attainment, progress and engagement) into a grade from A to F. Schools are ordered by score weighted by data completeness, so a school with thin data cannot leapfrog a well-measured one. The method and weights are published in full.

When do I apply for a primary school place in Hampshire?

Applications for Reception places in Hampshire starting in September 2027 close on 15 January 2027. You apply through the council where you live, and offers are made on National Offer Day, 16 April 2027 (or the next working day).

The best primary schools in Hampshire

Compare 502 top-rated primary schools in Hampshire, ranked by Ofsted ratings, SATs results, attendance and progress. Top of the list: St Joseph's Catholic Primary School.

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Compare the top two side by side: St Joseph's Catholic Primary School vs St Ives Primary & Nursery School

The best primary schools in Hampshire

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

St Ives Primary & Nursery School

Springhill Catholic Primary School

Our Lady and St Joseph Catholic Primary School - the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools

St Luke's Church of England Primary School

Amport Church of England Primary School

Durley Church of England Controlled Primary School

Hook Junior School

Steep Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

St Bede Church of England Primary School

Red Barn Community Primary School

Liphook Church of England Controlled Junior School

Rucstall Primary School

Talavera Junior School

Twyford St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Saint Lawrence Church of England Primary School

Cornerstone CofE (VA) Primary School

Awbridge Primary School

Sheet Primary School

Portswood Primary School

Hordle CofE (VA) Primary School

Oakfield Academy

Tower Hill Primary School

Langrish Primary School

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