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Marnel Community Infant School Catchment Area

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

Marnel Community Infant School is a community primary school in Basingstoke, Hampshire , serving pupils aged 4–7, with 354 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–7

Age range

354

Pupils

360

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2023

Marnel Community Infant School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Marnel Community Infant School is set by Hampshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

Operating near capacity: 98% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Hampshire 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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Marnel Community Infant School — School Information

Full address
Shetland Road, Popley Way, Basingstoke, RG24 9PT
Local authority
Hampshire
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
4–7 years
Free school meals
31.9% of pupils
DfE URN
116023

Other Primary Schools in Basingstoke

If Marnel Community Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Basingstoke are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Marnel Community Infant School

Is Marnel Community Infant School oversubscribed?

Marnel Community Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Marnel Community Infant School?

Admission to Marnel Community Infant School is managed by Hampshire. 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 Marnel Community Infant School cover?

Marnel Community Infant School is a primary school in Basingstoke, Hampshire, serving pupils aged 4–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Marnel Community Infant School?

Marnel Community Infant School was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.