Court Lane Junior Academy
97%
Capacity
467
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About Court Lane Junior Academy
Court Lane Junior Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 467 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (97% of 480 places).
Ofsted has rated Court Lane Junior Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Laura Flitton, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 50% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10630th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 20th out of 32 in Portsmouth.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Court Lane Junior Academy include Sports Hall, Forest School, Dining Hall, Library, Outdoor Playground, Music Rooms, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Athletics, Netball, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Coding, Eco Club, Choir and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 21.4%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Court Lane Junior 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 | 7 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Hilary Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO6 2PP |
| Headteacher | Laura Flitton |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 467 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 21.4% |
| School Capacity | 467 / 480 (97% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
12 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (12 Jun 2024): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 13 Jan 2019. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (50%)
10630th of 13,686
Nationally
1602nd of 2,034
In South East
20th of 32
In Portsmouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
50%
Expected Standard
1%
Higher Standard
'22/23
58%
'23/24
50%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About Court Lane Junior Academy
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Contact Information
Hilary Avenue, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO6 2PP
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