Devonshire Infant School
95%
Capacity
181
Pupils
3.1x
Demand
About Devonshire Infant School
Devonshire Infant School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 7. The school has 181 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 190 places).
Ofsted has rated Devonshire Infant School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Arnold, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
Devonshire Infant School is a popular choice with families — it received 164 applications for 52 places, making it 3.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 48 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication, Physical Disability and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Devonshire Infant School include Sports Hall, Art Studios, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Football, Cricket, Tennis and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Art Club, Book Club, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.1%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Devonshire Infant School 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 | Francis Avenue, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO4 0AG |
| Headteacher | Rachel Arnold |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 181 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.1% |
| School Capacity | 181 / 190 (95% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 10 May 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed52
164
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
48 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Francis Avenue, Southsea
Portsmouth, PO4 0AG
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