Portfields Primary School
80%
Capacity
587
Pupils
1.9x
Demand
About Portfields Primary School
Portfields Primary School is a state-funded None primary school serving the Milton Keynes community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 587 pupils on roll and is well-filled (80% of 735 places).
Ofsted has rated Portfields Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Sarah Folkard, it falls under Milton Keynes local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 65% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — above the national average. Additionally, ranked 6087th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 19th out of 54 in Milton Keynes.
Portfields Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 129 applications for 69 places, making it 1.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 66 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, Severe Learning Difficulty and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Portfields Primary School include Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Sports Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Cricket, Cross Country, Swimming, as well as clubs including Coding, Book Club, Film Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 13.8%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Milton Keynes, Portfields 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 | None |
| Address | Westbury Lane, Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes, MK16 8PS |
| Headteacher | Sarah Folkard |
| Local Authority | Milton Keynes |
| Number of Pupils | 587 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 13.8% |
| School Capacity | 587 / 735 (80% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Apr 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Apr 2023): School remains Good (Concerns) - S5 Next
Source: Ofsted, 4 Jun 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (65%)
6087th of 13,686
Nationally
860th of 2,034
In South East
19th of 54
In Milton Keynes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
65%
Expected Standard
11%
Higher Standard
'22/23
61%
'23/24
65%
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
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed69
129
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
66 families put this school as their 1st choice (51% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Portfields Primary School
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Contact Information
Westbury Lane, Newport Pagnell
Milton Keynes, MK16 8PS
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