St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School
87%
Capacity
303
Pupils
1.5x
Demand
About St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School
St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School is a state-funded Church of England primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 303 pupils on roll and is well-filled (87% of 350 places).
Ofsted has rated St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher I Lewis, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 43% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12025th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 25th out of 32 in Portsmouth.
St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 38 applications for 25 places, making it 1.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 25 were first-preference applications.
St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is very positive, with 92% recommending the school (26 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School include Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Music Rooms, Forest School, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Football, Cricket, Tennis, as well as clubs including Choir, Drama, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 55.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) 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 | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Hanover Street, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO1 3BN |
| Headteacher | I Lewis |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 303 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 55.8% |
| School Capacity | 303 / 350 (87% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
8 Jul 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 17 Sept 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (43%)
12025th of 13,686
Nationally
1795th of 2,034
In South East
25th of 32
In Portsmouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
43%
Expected Standard
4%
Higher Standard
'22/23
50%
'23/24
43%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
26 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
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
2025/26Oversubscribed25
38
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
25 families put this school as their 1st choice (66% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Hanover Street, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO1 3BN
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