Question 1

Is North Farnborough Infant School a good school?

Accepted Answer

Ofsted’s most recent inspection (29 and 30 March 2022) judged the school Good overall, with Good grades across quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and early years provision.

Question 2

What are the fees at North Farnborough Infant School?

Accepted Answer

This is a state-funded school with no tuition fees. Families may still need to budget for items such as uniform, trips, and optional wraparound care.

Question 3

When is the deadline to apply for Reception entry?

Accepted Answer

Applications are made through Hampshire County Council. Check the current Starting School timetable for the application window, deadline, and offer day before applying.

Question 4

How competitive is admission?

Accepted Answer

Recent admissions figures show 119 applications for 59 offers for the main Reception entry route, which is just over two applications per place. Oversubscription criteria and distance can therefore matter.

Question 5

Does the school offer breakfast and after-school care?

Accepted Answer

Breakfast Club is advertised as running from 07:45 to 08:30 and is priced at £5.00 per school day. After-school Conker Club is advertised as providing care until 18:00 on school days.

Question 6

Which junior schools are linked to the infant school?

Accepted Answer

Hampshire County Council lists South Farnborough Junior School and St Peter’s Church of England Aided Junior School as linked schools, and linked-school attendance may assist with priority admission in the oversubscription rules.

1st preference	50	50	100%
2nd preference	39	6	15%
3rd preference	29	0	0%
Total	119	59	50%

Application Demand

Application Demand

Preference Breakdown

Understanding Subscription Status