King's Academy College Park (Junior)
91%
Capacity
448
Pupils
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Demand
About King's Academy College Park (Junior)
King's Academy College Park (Junior) is a state-funded None primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 7 to 11. The school has 448 pupils on roll and is well-filled (91% of 492 places).
Ofsted has rated King's Academy College Park (Junior) "Good", the school is led by headteacher Rachel Carlyle, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 38% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12701st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 28th out of 32 in Portsmouth.
King's Academy College Park (Junior) parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is positive, with 76% recommending the school (97 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 9 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 6 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at King's Academy College Park (Junior) include Sports Hall, Library, Gymnasium, Outdoor Playground, Art Studios, Forest School, Music Rooms, Playing Fields.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Athletics, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Art Club, Film Club, Gardening, Coding.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 31.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, King's Academy College Park (Junior) 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 | None |
| Address | Crofton Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO2 0NT |
| Headteacher | Rachel Carlyle |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 448 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 31.3% |
| School Capacity | 448 / 492 (91% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
26 Nov 2024Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Source: Ofsted, 12 Jan 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (38%)
12701st of 13,686
Nationally
1882nd of 2,034
In South East
28th of 32
In Portsmouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
38%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
40%
'23/24
38%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
97 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
11Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About King's Academy College Park (Junior)
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Contact Information
Crofton Road, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO2 0NT
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