Ringwood Junior School, Ringwood
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Ringwood Junior School creates an inspiring learning environment where pupils develop warm relationships built on trust and respect. Teachers use their expertise to help all pupils, including those with additional needs, achieve exceptionally well through a carefully designed curriculum. The school goes beyond academics to develop confident, caring individuals through community projects, visits to Parliament, and a wide range of clubs and enrichment activities.
Key Strengths
- Highly ambitious curriculum with strong focus on reading and knowledge retention
- Exceptional character development through visits to Parliament, democratic learning, and enrichment activities
- Well-trained staff with strong subject knowledge who provide tailored support for all pupils including those with SEND
- High pupil achievement and attendance with strong work ethic and love of learning
- Effective safeguarding and pastoral care through the 'TERRIFIC values' framework
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Extracurricular Activities
Lunchtime radio DJ, Ringwood Reporter journalism, Well-being Wednesdays, job junction roles, book clubs, class scrapbooks, visits to Parliament, learn with the Lords, school carnival participation, pupil-led clubs
Ringwood Junior School is a kind and welcoming school where pupils thrive and achieve exceptionally well. Evidence suggests the school's work has improved significantly since the previous inspection.
At a Glance
21.2%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
113 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2025/26KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has declined from 85% to 70%. Maths has declined from 84% to 73%. Writing has declined from 89% to 83%.
Class Sizes
30.1
Avg class size
30.1
KS2
12
Total classes
8 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
92%
Near capacity
353 pupils
384 capacity
31 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Ringwood
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Ringwood
Admissions Demand - Hampshire
Places available
15,583
Applications
13,385
Got 1st preference
92.3%
Got preferred school
98.7%
Primary admissions across Hampshire (2025/26)
Inspection History(9)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
4.799%
Overall absence
10.0271%
Persistent absence
369
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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