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Beechwood Junior School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Beechwood Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Southampton , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 357 pupils, and a capacity of 311 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–11

Age range

357

Pupils

311

Capacity

115%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2015

Beechwood Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Beechwood Junior School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Southampton. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 357 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 311 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Southampton before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Beechwood Junior School — School Information

Full address
Juniper Road, Bitterne, Southampton, SO18 4EG
Local authority
Southampton
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
32.8% of pupils
DfE URN
140263

Other Primary Schools in Southampton

If Beechwood Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Southampton are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Beechwood Junior School

Is Beechwood Junior School oversubscribed?

Yes — Beechwood Junior School currently has 357 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 311 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Beechwood Junior School?

Admission to Beechwood Junior School is managed by Southampton. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Beechwood Junior School cover?

Beechwood Junior School is a primary school in Southampton, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Beechwood Junior School?

Beechwood Junior School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2015. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.