Bramble Infant School and Nursery
93%
Capacity
168
Pupils
3.0x
Demand
About Bramble Infant School and Nursery
Bramble Infant School and Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 168 pupils on roll and is well-filled (93% of 180 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Bramble Infant School and Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Oli Bradley, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
Bramble Infant School and Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 181 applications for 60 places, making it 3.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 62 were first-preference applications.
Bramble Infant School and Nursery parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 98% recommending the school (58 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 3 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Bramble Infant School and Nursery include Library, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Tennis, Gymnastics and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Choir, Eco Club, Science Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 16.1%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Bramble Infant School and Nursery is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Bramble Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO4 0DT |
| Headteacher | Oli Bradley |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 168 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.1% |
| School Capacity | 168 / 180 (93% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Feb 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Feb 2025): Standards maintained
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 21 Apr 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Ofsted Parent View
58 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed60
181
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
62 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Bramble Road, Southsea
Portsmouth, PO4 0DT
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