Portesbery School
URN: 125474 • Deepcut GU16 6TA
Overview
- Name
- Portesbery School
- URN
- 125474
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 72.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nathan Aspinall (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01252832100
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Newfoundland Road, Deepcut GU16 6TA
Summary
Portesbery School is a community special school located in Deepcut, Surrey, catering to children and young people aged 3 to 19 with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD). The school supports pupils who may also have additional sensory impairments, physical difficulties, or challenging behaviour. With a current enrolment of 145 students, Portesbery operates within a capacity of 142 places, ensuring a focused and supportive environment for each child.
The school aims to promote essential life skills, communication, and independence, with a curriculum designed to facilitate learning in both school and community settings. Portesbery's dedicated staff includes a senior leadership team and various support personnel, all committed to providing a nurturing atmosphere for students. The school operates Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 3:15 pm, and prospective parents are encouraged to arrange visits to learn more about the school's offerings.
Admissions are managed through an assessment process led by Surrey County Council, prioritising children with Education, Health and Care Plans. Portesbery School values inclusivity and collaboration, striving to create a positive impact within the local community.
The school aims to promote essential life skills, communication, and independence, with a curriculum designed to facilitate learning in both school and community settings. Portesbery's dedicated staff includes a senior leadership team and various support personnel, all committed to providing a nurturing atmosphere for students. The school operates Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 3:15 pm, and prospective parents are encouraged to arrange visits to learn more about the school's offerings.
Admissions are managed through an assessment process led by Surrey County Council, prioritising children with Education, Health and Care Plans. Portesbery School values inclusivity and collaboration, striving to create a positive impact within the local community.
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Nearby alternatives
- Kisimul School (76.5)
- Moor House School & College (71.9)
- Linden Bridge School (71.1)
- West Hill School (70.8)
- The Ridgeway Community School (70.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 145 | 102 | 43 | 133 | 36.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 135 | 96 | 39 | 133 | 31.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 118 | 82 | 36 | 125 | 35.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 118 | 82 | 36 | 118 | 35.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 117 | 84 | 33 | 115 | 32.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 113 | 80 | 33 | 115 | 28.40 |
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