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Mary Rose Academy Catchment Area

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

Mary Rose Academy is a academy special converter not applicable school in Portsmouth , serving pupils aged 2–19, with 197 pupils, and a capacity of 125 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

2–19

Age range

197

Pupils

125

Capacity

158%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2013

Mary Rose Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Mary Rose 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: 197 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 125 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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Mary Rose Academy — School Information

Full address
Gisors Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO4 8GT
Local authority
Portsmouth
School type
Academy special converter
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
2–19 years
Free school meals
54% of pupils
DfE URN
140325

Other Not applicable Schools in Portsmouth

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Mary Rose Academy

Is Mary Rose Academy oversubscribed?

Yes — Mary Rose Academy currently has 197 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 125 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Mary Rose Academy?

Admission to Mary Rose 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 Mary Rose Academy cover?

Mary Rose Academy is a not applicable school in Portsmouth, serving pupils aged 2–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Mary Rose Academy?

Mary Rose Academy was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.