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Primary (Reception - Year 6)
Council: Portsmouth

Langstone Primary Academy

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO3 6EZ

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Our vision of ‘Think, Learn and be Excellent Together’ is at the heart of the school’s belief and we understand the importance of a friendly, safe environment where all children can flourish in these special first years at school.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Manor Infant and Nursery School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO1 5QR

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 2-7)

“Our School Vision: Manor Infant and Nursery School strives to ensure every child has a happy time on their learning journey through the school, nurturing resilience and developing respectful future citizens.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

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Quality of education: Good

Medina Primary School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO6 3NH

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“The strength of partnership with parents and the community means that the children have a strong sense of belonging and pride in their school. Medina is incredibly well resourced and sits on a beautiful site with a wealth of space.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Meon Infant School

Southsea, Portsmouth - PO4 8NT

Reception - Year 2 (ages 4-7)

“At Meon Way Federation, our three schools work together to deliver the best practices for every individual who learns in our happy and safe environments. Our school motto of ‘Be Your Best Self’ ensures that every child is recognised for their uniqueness.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

Meon Junior School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO4 8NT

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Milton Park Primary School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO4 8ET

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“We believe that our school is an inspiring place that energises learning and encourages children to develop an enquiring mind, a desire for knowledge, high personal expectations and understanding, and respect for others.”

PrimarySince 2014Ofsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Moorings Way Infant School

Southsea, Portsmouth - PO4 8YJ

Reception - Year 2 (ages 4-7)

“Meon Way Federation comprises of Moorings Way Infant School, Meon Infant School, and Meon Junior School. As a proud member of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, we are focused on transforming the life chances of every child.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

New Horizons Primary School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO2 7JB

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“We believe that primary school education is an experience that all children should enjoy to the full. We therefore offer a broad and balanced curriculum.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Penbridge Infant School & Nursery

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO1 5BG

Nursery - Year 2 (ages 2-7)

“'Penbridge Powers' are four powers which we consider to be essential for effective learning. Linked with each power are certain behaviours which, when used by the children, will enable them to learn well and progress along their journey to be true ‘Lifelong Learners’.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Penbridge Junior School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO2 7RW

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

Portsdown Primary School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO6 3JL

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“We believe that these are just not words but a culture we aim to live by (the school’s ethos is reflected in the visions and values we uphold as a school).”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

Solent Infant School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO6 1DH

Reception - Year 2 (ages 4-7)

“We share our trust vision of promoting high aspirations and achieving excellent outcomes for all children; our schools are inclusive and exist to serve the children who live in the locality.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Solent Junior School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO6 1HJ

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

“Solent Junior School is a warm and caring school community where every child is valued as an individual. We provide a curriculum that will inspire, motivate and engage our children and foster an understanding and love of learning.”

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Southsea Infant School

Southsea, Portsmouth - PO5 2SR

Reception - Year 2 (ages 4-7)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO1 3BN

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Our vision is for our children, our staff and our community. We want them to have every opportunity, every chance and every happiness and we use of three values of Courage, Hope and Respect to help pupils live out this vision and our distinctive Christian foundation underpins our aspirations.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

St John's Cathedral Catholic Primary School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO1 1PX

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“Our mission at St John’s Cathedral Catholic Primary School is to educate the whole child through the Gospel values of Christ and provide academic excellence within a Catholic community, where all are loving to learn and learning to love.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

St Jude's CofE Primary School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO1 2NZ

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

St Paul's Catholic Primary School

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO6 4JD

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

St Swithun's Catholic Primary School

Southsea, Portsmouth - PO5 2RG

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

PrimaryEstablishedNo rating on record

Stamshaw Infant Academy

Portsmouth, Portsmouth - PO2 8NW

Reception - Year 2 (ages 4-7)

“We hope to ignite a passion for learning which lasts a lifetime and we feel very privileged to be part of each child’s education. Together we can ensure that our children grow up to be caring individuals, successful learners and fulfilled confident citizens.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good