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Portfield School
Goodgraded 27/11/2024Ages 4–19137 pupilsDoes not apply
Portfield School is a school for pupils aged 4 to 19 in Christchurch, within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority. The school has around 137 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 27/11/2024, Portfield School was judged Good. Families comparing schools in Christchurch can view Portfield School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Christchurch (BH23 6BP), Portfield School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.
Attendance & staffing
Attendance89.6%England avg 93.5%
Persistent absence26.6%England avg 17.5%
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Pupil intake
Free school meals27.8%England avg 26.3%
English not first language6.9%England avg 18.6%
DfE school census, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Christchurch
All schools in Christchurch →The Epiphany SchoolGood · 1.2 miMuscliff Primary SchoolGood · 1.5 miSt. Walburga's Catholic Primary SchoolGood · 2.1 miParley First SchoolGood · 1.5 miBournemouth School for GirlsOutstanding · 2.1 miBournemouth SchoolOutstanding · 2.2 mi
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