Milton Park Primary School
96%
Capacity
403
Pupils
2.6x
Demand
About Milton Park Primary School
Milton Park 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 403 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (96% of 420 places).
Ofsted has rated Milton Park Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Wendy Fowler, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 47% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 11436th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 23rd out of 32 in Portsmouth.
Milton Park Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 113 applications for 43 places, making it 2.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 38 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 Milton Park Primary School include Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Dining Hall, Sports Hall, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cross Country, Rounders, Dance, Gymnastics and 2 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Drama, Science Club, Book Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 39.5%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Milton Park 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 | Eastney Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO4 8ET |
| Headteacher | Wendy Fowler |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 403 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 39.5% |
| School Capacity | 403 / 420 (96% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
18 Jun 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Jul 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (47%)
11436th of 13,686
Nationally
1727th of 2,034
In South East
23rd of 32
In Portsmouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
47%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
42%
'23/24
47%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
113
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
38 families put this school as their 1st choice (34% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Eastney Road, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO4 8ET
Journey to School
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