The Victory Primary School

About The Victory Primary School

We are a two-form entry primary school located within Paulsgrove, close to the hospital and with easy access to transport links in and out of Portsmouth. Our motto is ‘The Best in Everyone’ and so we are committed to providing the highest standard of education for every pupil. We have the highest expectations and hope for everyone and believe every child has the potential to achieve.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Katie May

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 18 responses • 4.8% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

83.3% positive 16.7% negative

My child feels safe at this school

88.9% positive 11.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

83.3% positive 16.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

88.8% positive 5.6% negative

My child does well at this school

83.3% positive 16.7% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 18 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

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

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

17.2

Teachers (FTE)

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

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

31.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 3

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School in Every Way!"

We've been at The Victory Primary for a year now, and it's been an absolute delight. The staff are kind, the facilities are top-notch, and the values they're teaching our children are exactly what we want to see. The 'Miss School, Miss Out' campaign has really driven home the importance of attendance, and we've seen a big improvement in our child's punctuality and engagement.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Hannah G Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 10, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Facilities and Attentive Staff"

We're really pleased with the facilities at The Victory Primary - the playgrounds are huge, and the sports pitch is amazing. The staff are also very attentive and responsive to our needs. Our child has really thrived in the school, and we're grateful for the support and encouragement they've received. The only reason I'm not giving five stars is that the school menu could be more varied.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David K Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2021

4.0

"Friendly and Supportive School Community"

My child attended The Victory Primary for five years, and we loved being part of the school community. The staff were always approachable, and the values they promoted - kindness, respect, determination, teamwork, and excellence - really made a difference in our child's life. The only reason I'm not giving five stars is that the school was occasionally slow to respond to emails, but overall, it's a wonderful place to send your child.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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