Westover Primary School
95%
Capacity
229
Pupils
3.3x
Demand
About Westover Primary School
Westover Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Portsmouth community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 229 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (95% of 240 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Westover Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Joanne Dorricott, it falls under Portsmouth local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 56% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 9029th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 14th out of 32 in Portsmouth.
Westover Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 98 applications for 30 places, making it 3.3x oversubscribed. Of these, 40 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Westover Primary School include Dining Hall, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Netball, Cricket, Athletics, Cross Country and 2 more, as well as clubs including Chess, Choir, Science Club, Eco Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 19.7%, which is below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Portsmouth, Westover 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 | Does not apply |
| Address | Westover Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth, PO3 6NS |
| Headteacher | Joanne Dorricott |
| Local Authority | Portsmouth |
| Number of Pupils | 229 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.7% |
| School Capacity | 229 / 240 (95% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
5 May 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 27 Jun 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (56%)
9029th of 13,686
Nationally
1353rd of 2,034
In South East
14th of 32
In Portsmouth
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
56%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
49%
'23/24
56%
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
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
10Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
98
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
40 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.
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Contact Information
Westover Road, Portsmouth
Portsmouth, PO3 6NS
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