Admiral Lord Nelson School
URN: 116476 • Portsmouth PO3 5XT
Overview
- Name
- Admiral Lord Nelson School
- URN
- 116476
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Steven Labedz (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Dundas Lane, Portsmouth PO3 5XT
Summary
Admiral Lord Nelson School is a mixed community secondary school located in Portsmouth, with a capacity of 1,000 students. The school prides itself on fostering a vibrant and inclusive learning environment, where the ethos is encapsulated in the motto "Dare to Dream, Aim to Achieve." This commitment to excellence is reflected in the collaborative efforts of staff, students, and parents.
The curriculum at Admiral Lord Nelson School is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects including core disciplines such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside creative options like Fine Art, Music, and Media Studies. The school also provides various support services, including a dedicated Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision, ensuring that all students receive the assistance they need to thrive academically and personally.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's approach, with numerous clubs, activities, and opportunities for personal development. The school actively promotes careers education and work experience, preparing students for future pathways in higher education and employment. Overall, Admiral Lord Nelson School aims to equip students with the skills and confidence to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
The curriculum at Admiral Lord Nelson School is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects including core disciplines such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside creative options like Fine Art, Music, and Media Studies. The school also provides various support services, including a dedicated Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision, ensuring that all students receive the assistance they need to thrive academically and personally.
Community engagement is a key aspect of the school's approach, with numerous clubs, activities, and opportunities for personal development. The school actively promotes careers education and work experience, preparing students for future pathways in higher education and employment. Overall, Admiral Lord Nelson School aims to equip students with the skills and confidence to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Edmund's Catholic School (75.5)
- Springfield School (71.2)
- UTC Portsmouth (68.9)
- Springfield School (64.8)
- Admiral Lord Nelson School (62.4)
Key details
- LA
- Portsmouth
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1000
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2014-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hampshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1000 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1000 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1000 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1000 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1000 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1000 |
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