Portsdown Primary School
84%
Capacity
354
Pupils
2.3x
Demand
About Portsdown Primary School
Portsdown Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 2 to 11. The school has 354 pupils on roll and is well-filled (84% of 420 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Portsdown Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Ash Vaghela, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 31% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 13209th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 31st out of 32 in Portsmouth.
Portsdown Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 87 applications for 38 places, making it 2.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 36 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 Portsdown Primary School include ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Forest School, Playing Fields, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Rounders, Netball, Swimming, Cross Country and 3 more, as well as clubs including Film Club, Choir, Coding, Eco Club and 2 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 52.0%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Portsdown 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 | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Sundridge Close, Cosham, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO6 3JL |
| Headteacher | Ash Vaghela |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 354 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 52.0% |
| School Capacity | 354 / 420 (84% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Mar 2024Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 14 May 2024. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (31%)
13209th of 13,686
Nationally
1970th of 2,034
In South East
31st of 32
In Portsmouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
31%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
38%
'23/24
31%
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
2025/26Oversubscribed38
87
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
36 families put this school as their 1st choice (41% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Portsdown Primary School
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Contact Information
Sundridge Close, Cosham, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO6 3JL
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