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Mayfield School Catchment Area

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

Mayfield School is a academy sponsor led special school in Portsmouth , serving pupils aged 4–16, with 1360 pupils, and a capacity of 1450 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

4–16

Age range

1,360

Pupils

1,450

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Inadequate

Ofsted 2023

Mayfield School Catchment Area Information

Admission to Mayfield School follows a different process from mainstream schools. Portsmouth assesses each child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) to determine appropriate placement — catchment area does not apply in the same way as mainstream admissions.

Operating near capacity: 94% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

For more information on how Portsmouth assesses EHCP placements and which schools are named, contact the council's SEND team directly. The council must publish its Local Offer explaining available provision.

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Mayfield School — School Information

Full address
Mayfield Road, North End, Portsmouth, PO2 0RH
Local authority
Portsmouth
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Special
Age range
4–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
31.9% of pupils
DfE URN
150362

Frequently Asked Questions — Mayfield School

Is Mayfield School oversubscribed?

Mayfield School is operating close to its capacity of 1450 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Mayfield School?

Admission to Mayfield School 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 Mayfield School cover?

Mayfield School is a special school in Portsmouth, serving pupils aged 4–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Mayfield School?

Mayfield School was rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.