Court Lane Infant Academy

A good academy converter school in Portsmouth. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Court Lane Infant Academy.

Portsmouth, PO62PP Ofsted: Good Age 4-7 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

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Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

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KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
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KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
13 November 2013
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Hilary Avenue
Cosham
Portsmouth, PO62PP
Phone
2392378890
Website
courtlaneinfant.chimat.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
143315
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Hilary Avenue, Cosham, Portsmouth, PO6 2PP
Website
https://courtlaneinfant.chimat.uk/
Age range
4-7
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER (MULTI) ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
360 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
345
Free School Meals
14.2% (49 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.2% (4 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.1%
Good
Persistent Absence
13.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
13.7 (3.8 below average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
29 pupils
Average
Pupils per Year Group
86
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
345 pupils
4-7

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Believe Inspire Achieve

Non-denominational

Facilities

Eight new classrooms (built during the 2000 redevelopment) Additional computer areas Art areas New library Technology area Physiotherapy treatment room Two disabled toilets Two toilet areas Music and drama room Four classrooms built in the 1930s Purpose-built play area and canopy for Year R with safety surfacing Play area for Year 1 and Year 2 Garden area New entry area with administrative offices, a medical room, Headteacher's and Deputy Headteacher's rooms Car park for staff and visitors Landscaping at the front entrance and in the children’s play areas Year R toilets refurbished; replacement of Year R classroom windows and hall windows; rebuild of the staffroom and additional staff toilets Site is wheelchair accessible

SEND Provision

Court Lane Infant School is committed to providing an inclusive curriculum for all, regardless of need or ability, which will enable children to flourish. The school aims to identify and assess pupils with SEND early and thoroughly, ensure full access to a broad and balanced education, involve children, parents and staff through a graduated assess–plan–do–review approach, and involve children in school life and decision-making. The Governing Body will ensure appropriate SEND provision and references include Inclusion Policy, SEND Report 2025-2026, and Infant Parents Guide to SEND Support; SENCO contact is Mrs A. Ventham and Deputy Headteacher is Mrs L. Wilson-Woodham.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are overseen by the University of Chichester Academy Trust (the admission authority) and Portsmouth City Council coordinates admissions for state-funded schools. Online applications for entry to Reception in September 2026 open 3 November 2025 to 15 January 2026, with notification on national offer day (16 April 2026). In-year applications are handled via Portsmouth City Council. Documents include Admissions Policy 2027-28, Admissions Policy 2026-27, and Admissions Appeals 2025, 2024, and 2023.

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