Highbury Primary School

URN: 144191 • Portsmouth PO6 2RZ

Overview

Name
Highbury Primary School
URN
144191
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
57.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Joanne Watson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02392375404
Website
Visit
Address
Dovercourt Road, Portsmouth PO6 2RZ

Summary

Highbury Primary School, located in Portsmouth, is a mixed academy converter with a current enrolment of 411 pupils, slightly below its capacity of 420. The school is part of the University of Chichester Academy Trust and is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive. The school aims to instil kindness, high aspirations, and a love for learning in its students, ensuring that every child enjoys their primary education.

The curriculum at Highbury Primary is broad and balanced, catering to the diverse needs of its multicultural student body. The school values individuality and fosters each child's unique talents within an inclusive atmosphere. Strong partnerships with parents and the local community are emphasized, promoting collaborative support for students' educational journeys.

Highbury Primary also prioritises the well-being of its pupils, encouraging them to become confident and resilient learners. For more information about admissions or school events, parents can visit the school's website or contact the administration directly.

Key details

LA
Portsmouth
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER (MULTI) ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
420
Pupils
411
Boys
198
Girls
213
FSM %
26.30
Open date
2017-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-12-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hampshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 411 198 213 420 26.30
2024-09-11 407 187 220 420 25.30
2023-09-11 410 199 211 420 27.10
2022-09-11 410 199 211 420 27.10
2021-09-11 407 195 212 420 28.00
2020-09-11 394 188 206 420 23.40

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