New Horizons Primary School
87%
Capacity
551
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About New Horizons Primary School
New Horizons 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 551 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 630 places).
Ofsted has rated New Horizons Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Lizzie Shackelford, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 51% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 10483rd out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 18th out of 32 in Portsmouth.
New Horizons Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 122 applications for 53 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
New Horizons Primary School has average reviews on SchoolParrot (3.1/5 from 1 parents).
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 New Horizons Primary School include ICT Suite, Library, Sports Hall, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Football, Gymnastics, Dance, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Science Club, Drama, Choir, Coding and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 35.2%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, New Horizons 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 | Portchester Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO2 7JB |
| Headteacher | Lizzie Shackelford |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 551 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 35.2% |
| School Capacity | 551 / 630 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Jul 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Sept 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (51%)
10483rd of 13,686
Nationally
1575th of 2,034
In South East
18th of 32
In Portsmouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
51%
Expected Standard
3%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
51%
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
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed53
122
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Horizons Primary School
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Contact Information
Portchester Road, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO2 7JB
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