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Southbourne Infant School Catchment Area

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

Southbourne Infant School is a community primary school in Emsworth, West Sussex , serving pupils aged 5–7, with 176 pupils, and a capacity of 180 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

5–7

Age range

176

Pupils

180

Capacity

98%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2018

Southbourne Infant School Catchment Area Information

The catchment area for Southbourne Infant School is set by West Sussex 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 West Sussex before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find West Sussex catchment area documents →

Southbourne Infant School — School Information

Full address
New Road, Southbourne, Emsworth, PO10 8JX
Local authority
West Sussex
School type
Community school
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
5–7 years
Free school meals
17.6% of pupils
DfE URN
125875

Other Primary Schools in Emsworth

If Southbourne Infant School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Emsworth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Southbourne Infant School

Is Southbourne Infant School oversubscribed?

Southbourne Infant School is operating close to its capacity of 180 places (98% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Southbourne Infant School?

Admission to Southbourne Infant School is managed by West Sussex. 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 Southbourne Infant School cover?

Southbourne Infant School is a primary school in Emsworth, West Sussex, serving pupils aged 5–7. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Southbourne Infant School?

Southbourne Infant School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2018. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.