Court Lane Infant Academy
97%
Capacity
350
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Court Lane Infant Academy
Court Lane Infant Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 350 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 360 places).
Ofsted has rated Court Lane Infant Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Flitton, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
Court Lane Infant Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 236 applications for 113 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 101 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 7 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 4 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Court Lane Infant Academy include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Dining Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Tennis, Swimming, Dance, Cricket and 1 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Book Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 12.9%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Court Lane Infant Academy 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 | 4 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hilary Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO6 2PP |
| Headteacher | Laura Flitton |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 350 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 12.9% |
| School Capacity | 350 / 360 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 5 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed113
236
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
101 families put this school as their 1st choice (43% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Hilary Avenue, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO6 2PP
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