Hollybrook Infant School
Hollybrook Infant School, Seagarth Close, Southampton, SO16 6RNOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Hollybrook Infant School is a primary school in Southampton for ages 4 to 7. It is one of the 84 schools in Southampton. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in February 2020.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 4 February 2020, report published 9 March 2020
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Quality of education
- Good
- Behaviour and attitudes
- Good
- Personal development
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Early years provision
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 3 June 2025
Hollybrook Infants is an effective school. It has very high expectations for its pupils. Children get off to a great start in the early years, where they quickly settle and learn important school routines. They build on this effectively as they move through key stage 1, and so pupils achieve well. Inclusivity is at the heart of this school. This builds a strong sense of community with pupils keen to celebrate their peers' uniqueness in the highly valued, weekly 'VIP' award. This memorable and meaningful recognition experience cements the strong sense of belonging in the school for all pupils. Pupils behave extremely well. They attend regularly. Staff secure strong, nurturing relationships with pupils. In class, pupils listen attentively, and they are highly motivated. They demonstrate high levels of respect and kindness towards staff and each other. The school offers a wide range of enrichment opportunities. Pupils benefit from carefully planned opportunities such as visits to local zoos and gardens, which brings their learning to life. They enjoy clubs such as choir, dance and karate. Pupils also relish opportunities for responsibility, such as supporting their peers as 'well-being champions'. These experiences help to build their skills and explore their talents beyond the classroom very effectively.
What the school should improve
- There are some inconsistencies in how well the curriculum is delivered. This means that pupils' learning across subjects is variable. The school should ensure that staff have the knowledge and skills to select appropriate activities and explain subject content effectively.
Pupil numbers and mix
160 pupils on roll, with places for 180
Schools near Hollybrook Infant School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollybrook Junior School | 0.1 miles | Ofsted: Good | 68% met the expected standard |
| Shirley Infant School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | Not published |
| Shirley Junior School | 0.5 miles | Ofsted: Good | 48% met the expected standard |
| Wordsworth Primary and Nursery School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted judgements: Good | 54% met the expected standard |
| Shirley Warren Primary & Nursery School | 0.9 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement | 25% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- HAMWIC EDUCATION TRUST
- Age range
- 4 to 7
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Marcella Dobson
- Phone
- 02380771528
- Address
- Hollybrook Infant School, Seagarth Close, Southampton, SO16 6RN
- Local authority
- Southampton
- URN
- 138898
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.