Portsdown Primary School

URN: 116258 • Portsmouth PO6 3JL

Overview

Name
Portsdown Primary School
URN
116258
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
54.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ash Vaghela (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02392378991
Website
Visit
Address
Sundridge Close, Portsmouth PO6 3JL

Summary

Portsdown Primary School is a mixed community school located in Portsmouth, accommodating 354 pupils with a capacity of 420. The school has a strong commitment to inclusivity, promoting values of kindness, respect, and safety among its students. With 52% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, Portsdown serves a diverse community and strives to ensure equality and fairness for all.

The school has been rated 'Good' in every category by Ofsted following its inspection in March 2024. It emphasizes a well-structured curriculum that prioritises vocabulary development and prepares students for life in modern Britain. Early years education is particularly strong, helping children to build confidence and independence from a young age.

Portsdown Primary School fosters a positive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to engage actively in their education. The school community is supportive, with regular newsletters and updates available for parents to stay informed about school activities and topics. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact them directly.

Key details

LA
Portsmouth
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
420
Pupils
354
Boys
169
Girls
185
FSM %
52.00
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 354 169 185 420 52.00
2024-09-11 357 176 181 420 52.40
2023-09-11 368 192 176 420 52.70
2022-09-11 368 192 176 420 52.70
2021-09-11 378 207 171 420 50.50
2020-09-11 400 218 182 420 45.50

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