Priory School
URN: 141175 • Southsea PO4 0DL
Overview
- Name
- Priory School
- URN
- 141175
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BOHUNT EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Stewart Vaughan (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 02392819115
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Fawcett Road, Southsea PO4 0DL
Summary
Priory School is a mixed secondary academy located in Southsea, Portsmouth, catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 1,247 pupils and a capacity of 1,250, the school emphasizes high academic achievement alongside the social development of each student. The school aims to foster a learning environment where students can develop essential knowledge and skills, preparing them to become responsible and independent citizens.
The school is part of the Bohunt Education Trust, which supports a diverse and inclusive community. Priory School has a strong focus on extracurricular activities, including a well-regarded Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program and various sports opportunities, reflecting its history as a specialist sports college. The school promotes mutual respect and high-quality relationships among students and staff, contributing to a supportive atmosphere.
Priory School received a "Good" rating in its last Ofsted inspection, highlighting its commitment to providing a balanced education. The school also offers various support services, including resources for students eligible for free school meals, ensuring that all pupils have the opportunity to thrive academically and socially.
The school is part of the Bohunt Education Trust, which supports a diverse and inclusive community. Priory School has a strong focus on extracurricular activities, including a well-regarded Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program and various sports opportunities, reflecting its history as a specialist sports college. The school promotes mutual respect and high-quality relationships among students and staff, contributing to a supportive atmosphere.
Priory School received a "Good" rating in its last Ofsted inspection, highlighting its commitment to providing a balanced education. The school also offers various support services, including resources for students eligible for free school meals, ensuring that all pupils have the opportunity to thrive academically and socially.
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- Admissions (other)
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- Vacancies (other)
- Term Dates 2025- 2026 (other)
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- Terms of Use (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Portsmouth
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BOHUNT EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1250
- Pupils
- 1247
- Boys
- 651
- Girls
- 596
- FSM %
- 34.20
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hampshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1247 | 651 | 596 | 1250 | 34.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1252 | 650 | 602 | 1250 | 32.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1230 | 659 | 571 | 1250 | 27.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1230 | 659 | 571 | 1250 | 27.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1213 | 652 | 561 | 1250 | 25.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1227 | 677 | 550 | 1250 | 22.20 |
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