The Flying Bull Academy
URN: 140719 • Portsmouth PO2 7BJ
Overview
- Name
- The Flying Bull Academy
- URN
- 140719
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER (MULTI) ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 53.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Vivienne Kies (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02392694313
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Flying Bull Lane, Portsmouth PO2 7BJ
Summary
The Flying Bull Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Portsmouth, catering to children aged 2 to 11. With a current enrollment of 428 pupils and a capacity of 500, the school offers a nurturing environment that emphasizes strong relationships among students, staff, and families. The academy is committed to supporting every child's potential, fostering a caring ethos that encourages academic and personal growth.
The curriculum at The Flying Bull Academy is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, enhanced by various extracurricular activities, including an After School Club. The school also features modern classrooms, a well-resourced library, and specialized facilities such as a sensory room and a 28-place Alternative Provision for children with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This provision allows for tailored support, ensuring that all students receive the assistance they require.
Community involvement is highly valued at The Flying Bull Academy, with parents and carers encouraged to participate in school activities and support their children’s learning. The school’s leadership is dedicated to maintaining open communication with families, ensuring a collaborative approach to education.
The curriculum at The Flying Bull Academy is designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience, enhanced by various extracurricular activities, including an After School Club. The school also features modern classrooms, a well-resourced library, and specialized facilities such as a sensory room and a 28-place Alternative Provision for children with social, emotional, and mental health needs. This provision allows for tailored support, ensuring that all students receive the assistance they require.
Community involvement is highly valued at The Flying Bull Academy, with parents and carers encouraged to participate in school activities and support their children’s learning. The school’s leadership is dedicated to maintaining open communication with families, ensuring a collaborative approach to education.
Useful links
- Absence (sen)
- SEND Provision (sen)
- View Full Calendar (calendar)
- Home (other)
- Skip to content (other)
- Admissions information (other)
- Alternative Provision - Hewett Dale Inclusion Centre (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- College Park Infant School (75.3)
- Solent Junior School (66.9)
- Wimborne Primary School (66.1)
- Northern Parade Junior School (65.6)
- Solent Infant School (65.4)
Key details
- LA
- Portsmouth
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER (MULTI) ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 500
- Pupils
- 428
- Boys
- 210
- Girls
- 218
- FSM %
- 54.80
- Open date
- 2014-04-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-07-20
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hampshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 428 | 210 | 218 | 500 | 54.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 440 | 223 | 217 | 500 | 58.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 469 | 249 | 220 | 500 | 51.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 469 | 249 | 220 | 500 | 51.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 459 | 237 | 222 | 500 | 48.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 478 | 240 | 238 | 477 | 42.20 |
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