St Swithun's Catholic Primary School

URN: 116386 • Southsea PO5 2RG

Overview

Name
St Swithun's Catholic Primary School
URN
116386
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Roman Catholic
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jennifer Verhiest (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02392829339
Website
Visit
Address
Taswell Road, Southsea PO5 2RG

Summary

St Swithun's Catholic Primary School, located in Southsea, Portsmouth, is a voluntary aided primary school catering to a mixed-gender population of 354 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 351. The school is committed to fostering a happy and friendly environment, underpinned by its Catholic ethos, which plays a significant role in the daily life and values taught to students.

The curriculum at St Swithun's is designed to provide a well-rounded education, encompassing subjects such as English, Maths, Science, and Religious Education, alongside the arts and physical education. The school also emphasizes the importance of British values and community involvement, ensuring that pupils are well-prepared for their future roles in society.

St Swithun's offers additional support for families through various programs, including wraparound care and after-school activities. The school actively engages with parents and the local community, fostering a collaborative approach to education and ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive.

Key details

LA
Portsmouth
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
351
Pupils
354
Boys
186
Girls
168
FSM %
16.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 354 186 168 351 16.50
2024-09-11 357 177 180 351 18.00
2023-09-11 336 161 175 351 17.80
2022-09-11 336 161 175 351 17.80
2021-09-11 341 166 175 351 18.80
2020-09-11 351 161 190 351 12.30

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