Highbury Primary School
98%
Capacity
411
Pupils
2.1x
Demand
About Highbury Primary School
Highbury Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 411 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Highbury Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Watson, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 55% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9283rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 16th out of 32 in Portsmouth.
Highbury Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 102 applications for 48 places, making it 2.1x oversubscribed. Of these, 46 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Highbury Primary School include Gymnasium, Sports Hall, Dining Hall, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Rounders, Cricket, Swimming, as well as clubs including Art Club, Coding, Eco Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 26.3%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Highbury Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Dovercourt Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO6 2RZ |
| Headteacher | Joanne Watson |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 411 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 26.3% |
| School Capacity | 411 / 420 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
1 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Jan 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (55%)
9283rd of 13,686
Nationally
1384th of 2,034
In South East
16th of 32
In Portsmouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
55%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
43%
'23/24
55%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed48
102
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
46 families put this school as their 1st choice (45% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Highbury Primary School
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Contact Information
Dovercourt Road, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO6 2RZ
Journey to School
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