Portishead Primary School

URN: 143282 • Portishead BS20 7DB

Overview

Name
Portishead Primary School
URN
143282
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lucy Sargent (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01275843360
Website
Visit
Address
Station Road, Portishead BS20 7DB

Summary

Portishead Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Portishead, North Somerset, with a current enrolment of 393 pupils and a capacity of 420. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, where strong relationships between staff and students contribute to a positive learning atmosphere. The commitment to high educational standards is reflected in the school's performance, with pupils consistently achieving above the national average in key areas such as phonics, reading, writing, and maths.

The school's ethos is centred around ambition and personal growth, encouraging students to become the best versions of themselves. Portishead Primary offers a broad and inspiring curriculum that promotes lifelong learning, resilience, and global citizenship. The school actively engages with parents and the wider community, fostering collaboration to enhance the educational experience for all students.

Portishead Primary School's values are rooted in British values, ensuring that pupils not only excel academically but also develop strong moral and social foundations. The school community, including dedicated staff and a proactive governing body, works together to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive.

Key details

LA
North Somerset
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP
Capacity
420
Pupils
393
Boys
204
Girls
189
FSM %
6.90
Open date
2016-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-06-25
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Somerset

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 393 204 189 420 6.90
2024-09-11 404 201 203 420 7.20
2023-09-11 413 209 204 420 4.60
2022-09-11 413 209 204 420 4.60
2021-09-11 449 230 219 420 3.30
2020-09-11 448 225 223 450 0.90

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