Fernhurst Junior School
URN: 116221 • Southsea PO4 0AG
Overview
- Name
- Fernhurst Junior School
- URN
- 116221
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Roberta Kirby (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02392735998
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Francis Avenue, Southsea PO4 0AG
Summary
Fernhurst Junior School is a mixed community primary school located in Southsea, Portsmouth, with a current enrollment of 361 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 360. The school is committed to providing a rich and diverse curriculum that fosters the holistic development of each child, preparing them for future educational stages. The curriculum is designed to be relevant and aspirational, incorporating cross-curricular links and local environmental resources to enhance learning experiences.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Roberta Kirby, the school emphasizes the importance of regular attendance, linking it to academic success. The school community is actively involved in decision-making through the School Council, which allows pupils to voice their opinions and contribute to school improvements. The governing board, comprising staff and parent governors, plays a vital role in supporting the school’s ethos and operations.
Fernhurst Junior School also offers various extracurricular activities, including sports clubs and dance classes, promoting a well-rounded educational experience. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through events and meetings, fostering a strong community spirit.
Under the leadership of Headteacher Roberta Kirby, the school emphasizes the importance of regular attendance, linking it to academic success. The school community is actively involved in decision-making through the School Council, which allows pupils to voice their opinions and contribute to school improvements. The governing board, comprising staff and parent governors, plays a vital role in supporting the school’s ethos and operations.
Fernhurst Junior School also offers various extracurricular activities, including sports clubs and dance classes, promoting a well-rounded educational experience. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through events and meetings, fostering a strong community spirit.
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- Calendar (calendar)
- Latest News (calendar)
- Newsletters (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Meon Infant School (73.4)
- Craneswater Junior School (63.4)
- Wimborne Junior School (63.0)
- Wimborne Infant School (62.0)
- Moorings Way Infant School (61.1)
Key details
- LA
- Portsmouth
- Age range
- 7 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 360
- Pupils
- 361
- Boys
- 169
- Girls
- 192
- FSM %
- 38.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hampshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 361 | 169 | 192 | 360 | 38.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 360 | 163 | 197 | 360 | 33.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 344 | 171 | 173 | 360 | 32.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 344 | 171 | 173 | 360 | 32.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 344 | 177 | 167 | 360 | 33.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 350 | 178 | 172 | 360 | 27.70 |
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