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Atlantic Academy Portland

Maritime House, Southwell Park, Portland, DT5 2NA

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
748
Ages
4-16
FSM
33.8%
Attainment 8
33.9
Ofsted
Good
Jan 2022

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
72.0%
Writing
81.0%
Maths
69.0%
RWM Combined
64.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
33.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
6.1%
Basics 9-5
19.2%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
32.1%
EBacc APS
3.07
EBacc 9-5
7.7%
EBacc 9-4
11.5%
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About Atlantic Academy Portland

Atlantic Academy Portland is a secondary school in Portland, Dorset. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2022 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 33.9. The school has around 748 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Maritime House, Portland, DT5 2NA | More schools in Dorset

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Atlantic Academy Portland, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Jan 2022 — Good
  2. Nov 2016 — Inadequate (predecessor: Isle of Portland Aldridge Community Academy)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Atlantic Academy Portland

What is Atlantic Academy Portland's Ofsted rating?
Atlantic Academy Portland received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2022 inspection.
What are Atlantic Academy Portland's latest exam results?
Atlantic Academy Portland: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 33.9. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Atlantic Academy Portland located?
Atlantic Academy Portland is a secondary school in Portland, Dorset (DT5 2NA).
How many pupils attend Atlantic Academy Portland?
Atlantic Academy Portland has around 748 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Atlantic Academy Portland with other schools?
View Atlantic Academy Portland's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Dorset.