The Portsmouth Academy

About The Portsmouth Academy

The Portsmouth Academy provides education to our students not just to support their academic progress, but to develop them into self-reflective learners with the knowledge and skills to become valuable members of any community.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr D Botting

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

73.1

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

34.8

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-1.10

Progress 8

Well below average

25.1%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

46.1%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

47.0% entered EBacc

12.3% achieved EBacc

219 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Lisa R Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2022

4.0

"Some Great Aspects, Room for Improvement"

While my child has enjoyed their time at the Portsmouth Academy, I do think there are areas where the school could improve. The teachers are often overwhelmed and it takes a while to get responses from the administration. However, the school does offer some great programs, like the app development project, that really showcase the students' talents. With a bit more support and resources, I think the Academy could excel even more.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily F Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School with Amazing Facilities"

I've been impressed with the Portsmouth Academy's facilities, especially the STEM lab where my child has been working on some fantastic projects. The school's values of Aspire, Achieve, and Respect are clearly evident in the way the teachers and staff work with the children. My child has thrived here and I'm so grateful to have found such a wonderful school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Jack S Unconfirmed

Parent Dec 31, 2021

5.0

"A True Community Hub"

I have so many fond memories of my time at the Portsmouth Academy as a parent. From the annual fairs to the parent-teacher conferences, the school always felt like a true community hub. My child has grown into an amazing young adult with the skills and confidence to succeed. Thanks to the Academy for all the support and guidance!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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