Penbridge Infant School & Nursery
87%
Capacity
207
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About Penbridge Infant School & Nursery
Penbridge Infant School & Nursery is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 7. The school has 207 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 238 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Penbridge Infant School & Nursery "Good", the school is led by headteacher Anna Webb, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
Penbridge Infant School & Nursery is a popular choice with families — it received 108 applications for 54 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Penbridge Infant School & Nursery include Dining Hall, Music Rooms, Library, Outdoor Playground, Forest School, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Athletics, Tennis, Cricket, as well as clubs including Eco Club, Book Club, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 25.1%, which is close to the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Penbridge Infant School & Nursery 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 | 2 to 7 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Lincoln Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO1 5BG |
| Headteacher | Anna Webb |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 207 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 25.1% |
| School Capacity | 207 / 238 (87% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Sept 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Sept 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 10 Sept 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
SEN UnitSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
7Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed54
108
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Lincoln Road, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO1 5BG
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