Portchester Community School

URN: 116418 • Fareham PO16 9BD

Overview

Name
Portchester Community School
URN
116418
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
58.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Richard Carlyle (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02392364399
Website
Visit
Address
White Hart Lane, Fareham PO16 9BD

Summary

Portchester Community School is a mixed secondary school located in Fareham, Hampshire, with a current enrolment of 692 pupils and a capacity of 860. The school aims to create successful, confident, and responsible individuals through a supportive educational environment. It is committed to inclusivity and strives to be the local school of choice for the community.

The curriculum at Portchester Community School is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, ensuring that all pupils have clear pathways for their future. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development and community values, including generosity, belonging, and integrity. Recent investments have enhanced the school's facilities, including a new Technology Building and improved media resources.

Portchester Community School also offers a range of extracurricular activities and support services, fostering a sense of belonging and engagement among pupils. The school actively involves parents and the wider community, promoting a collaborative approach to education and personal growth.

Key details

LA
Hampshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
860
Pupils
692
Boys
342
Girls
350
FSM %
27.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-31
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 692 342 350 860 27.90
2024-09-11 709 349 360 860 25.50
2023-09-11 659 342 317 860 21.70
2022-09-11 659 342 317 860 21.70
2021-09-11 668 341 327 860 19.60
2020-09-11 641 337 304 860 17.50

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