Bishops Waltham Infant School, Southampton

In its own words: "Choosing a school that is right for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. Our teachers (and children) have made some videos for you to see as much of the school as you can, and why we think BWIS is so GREAT! Thank you for looking at our school."

From the headteacher's welcome: "On behalf of the children, staff, and governors, I would like to warmly welcome you to Bishops Waltham Infant School. My name is Mrs. Riches , and I am proud to be the Headteacher of such a nurturing and inspiring school."

The school runs after-school care.

Coming up: an open day on Monday 19 April 2027, an open day on Monday 26 April 2027, an open day on Monday 3 May 2027 and an open day on Monday 10 May 2027. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.

For September 2026 entry, 59 families put Bishops Waltham Infant School as their first choice and 106 named it as one of their preferences, for 58 places offered. That is slightly more first choices than places. 1 family who put it first was not offered a place there.

The nearest other state primary schools to Bishops Waltham Infant School are Bishop's Waltham Junior School (under 0.1 miles, Good, 79% reading, 80% maths); Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School (1.4 miles, Good, 70% reading, 75% maths); St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School (1.9 miles, Good, 61% reading, 52% maths); and Upham Church of England Aided Primary School (2.3 miles, Good, 71% reading, 64% maths).

14.1% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, well below the average state school (25%), and 1.5% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.

In 2026, 27 pupils (13.6%) received SEN support and 6 (3%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is a specific learning difficulty such as dyslexia.

The nearest railway station is Botley Rail Station, about 3.6 miles away in a straight line.

10 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Colville Drive (adjacent), 190 metres away.

In August 2026, police recorded 33 crimes within a mile of the school, most often violence and sexual offences, criminal damage and arson and anti-social behaviour. That is well below the typical figure around schools in Hampshire (72).

Bishops Waltham Infant School recorded no suspensions or permanent exclusions in 2024/25.