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Cliffdale Primary Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Cliffdale Primary Academy is a academy special sponsor led not applicable school in Portsmouth , serving pupils aged 4–11, with 219 pupils, and a capacity of 216 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

4–11

Age range

219

Pupils

216

Capacity

101%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2016

Cliffdale Primary Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Cliffdale Primary Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Portsmouth. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 219 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 216 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Portsmouth before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Cliffdale Primary Academy — School Information

Full address
Battenburg Avenue, North End, Portsmouth, PO2 0SN
Local authority
Portsmouth
School type
Academy special sponsor led
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
4–11 years
Free school meals
58% of pupils
DfE URN
139967

Other Not applicable Schools in Portsmouth

If Cliffdale Primary Academy is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Portsmouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cliffdale Primary Academy

Is Cliffdale Primary Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Cliffdale Primary Academy currently has 219 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 216 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Cliffdale Primary Academy?

Admission to Cliffdale Primary Academy is managed by Portsmouth. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Cliffdale Primary Academy cover?

Cliffdale Primary Academy is a not applicable school in Portsmouth, serving pupils aged 4–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Cliffdale Primary Academy?

Cliffdale Primary Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.