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Highbury Primary School

Dovercourt Road, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 2RZ

A Good-rated primary school in Portsmouth where 63% of pupils met the expected standard at KS2.

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Pupils

411

Ages

4-11

FSM

26.3%

Capacity

420

Ofsted

Good

Dec 2021

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading

75.0%

Writing

77.0%

Maths

73.0%

RWM Combined

63.0%

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About Highbury Primary School

Highbury Primary School is a primary school in Portsmouth, Portsmouth. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2021 inspection). Latest published results: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. The school has around 411 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Dovercourt Road, Portsmouth, PO6 2RZ | More schools in Portsmouth

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Highbury Primary School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Nov 2025 — 2024+ framework
Dec 2021 — Good
Oct 2012 — Good (predecessor: Highbury Primary School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Highbury Primary School

What is Highbury Primary School's Ofsted rating?

Highbury Primary School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2021 inspection.

What are Highbury Primary School's latest exam results?

Highbury Primary School: KS2 2024/25: 63% met expected standard in RWM. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Highbury Primary School located?

Highbury Primary School is a primary school in Portsmouth, Portsmouth (PO6 2RZ).

How many pupils attend Highbury Primary School?

Highbury Primary School has around 411 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Highbury Primary School with other schools?

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