The Flying Bull Academy
86%
Capacity
428
Pupils
2.0x
Demand
About The Flying Bull Academy
The Flying Bull Academy is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 428 pupils on roll and is well-filled (86% of 500 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated The Flying Bull Academy "Good", the school is led by headteacher Grace Brown, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 41% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — below the national average. Additionally, ranked 12354th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 26th out of 32 in Portsmouth.
The Flying Bull Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 85 applications for 43 places, making it 2.0x oversubscribed. Of these, 41 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 6 areas, including Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 3 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at The Flying Bull Academy include Library, Forest School, Outdoor Playground, ICT Suite, Playing Fields, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Cricket, Football, Dance, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Gardening, Chess, Drama, Eco Club and 1 more.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 54.8%, which is well above the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, The Flying Bull Academy 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Flying Bull Lane, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO2 7BJ |
| Headteacher | Grace Brown |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 428 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 54.8% |
| School Capacity | 428 / 500 (86% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
20 Jul 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (20 Jul 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 18 Dec 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (41%)
12354th of 13,686
Nationally
1840th of 2,034
In South East
26th of 32
In Portsmouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
41%
Expected Standard
0%
Higher Standard
'22/23
51%
'23/24
41%
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
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed43
85
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
41 families put this school as their 1st choice (48% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Flying Bull Academy
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Contact Information
Flying Bull Lane, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO2 7BJ
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