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Shirley Junior School Catchment Area

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

Shirley Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Southampton , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 358 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

358

Pupils

360

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2017

Shirley Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Shirley 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.

Operating near capacity: 99% 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 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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Shirley Junior School — School Information

Full address
Bellemoor Road, Shirley, Southampton, SO15 5XE
Local authority
Southampton
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
21.2% of pupils
DfE URN
138910

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Shirley Junior School

Is Shirley Junior School oversubscribed?

Shirley Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 360 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Shirley Junior School?

Admission to Shirley 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 Shirley Junior School cover?

Shirley 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 Shirley Junior School?

Shirley Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2017. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.