Portswood Primary School

URN: 138626 • Southampton SO17 3AA

Overview

Name
Portswood Primary School
URN
138626
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
HISP MULTI ACADEMY TRUST LTD
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tony Head (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02380555885
Website
Visit
Address
Somerset Road, Southampton SO17 3AA

Summary

Portswood Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Southampton, serving 433 pupils with a capacity of 450. The school is committed to fostering a learning environment where children are encouraged to be confident, independent, and engaged in their education. With a focus on high standards and imaginative teaching, Portswood aims to provide every child with the opportunity to achieve their best.

The curriculum at Portswood Primary is designed to be broad and balanced, promoting excellence in literacy and numeracy while also encouraging creativity and real-life application of skills. The school emphasizes the importance of developing a mastery of skills that fosters self-confidence and a sense of achievement. Teachers employ innovative methods to inspire curiosity and critical thinking among students.

Portswood Primary values strong partnerships with parents and the community, ensuring effective communication and involvement in the children's learning journey. The school celebrates its diverse community and prioritizes the well-being of each child, creating an inclusive environment where all students can thrive. For more information, visit their website at http://www.portswoodpri.org.uk.

Key details

LA
Southampton
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
HISP MULTI ACADEMY TRUST LTD
Capacity
450
Pupils
433
Boys
224
Girls
209
FSM %
30.30
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-02-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 433 224 209 450 30.30
2024-09-11 458 242 216 450 24.90
2023-09-11 486 257 229 450 18.40
2022-09-11 486 257 229 450 18.40
2021-09-11 488 257 231 450 18.00
2020-09-11 487 253 234 450 13.00

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