Langstone Primary Academy
98%
Capacity
618
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Langstone Primary Academy
Langstone Primary Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 618 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (98% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated Langstone Primary Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Frances Marshman, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 70% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 4423rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 4th out of 32 in Portsmouth.
Langstone Primary Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 175 applications for 90 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 107 were first-preference applications.
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 Langstone Primary Academy include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Outdoor Playground, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Cricket, Swimming, Athletics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 28.3%, which is above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Langstone Primary 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 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lakeside Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO3 6EZ |
| Headteacher | Frances Marshman |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 618 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 28.3% |
| School Capacity | 618 / 630 (98% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
9 Dec 2021Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (9 Dec 2021): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 22 Apr 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (70%)
4423rd of 13,686
Nationally
614th of 2,034
In South East
4th of 32
In Portsmouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
70%
Expected Standard
8%
Higher Standard
'22/23
69%
'23/24
70%
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
6Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
175
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
107 families put this school as their 1st choice (61% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Langstone Primary Academy
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Contact Information
Lakeside Avenue, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO3 6EZ
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