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Miltoncross Academy Catchment Area

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

Miltoncross Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in Portsmouth , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 937 pupils, and a capacity of 1000 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

937

Pupils

1,000

Capacity

94%

Fill rate

Requires improvement

Ofsted 2023

Miltoncross Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Miltoncross 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.

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

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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Miltoncross Academy — School Information

Full address
Milton Road, Milton, Portsmouth, PO3 6RB
Local authority
Portsmouth
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
41.7% of pupils
DfE URN
140605

Other Secondary Schools in Portsmouth

If Miltoncross Academy is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Portsmouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Miltoncross Academy

Is Miltoncross Academy oversubscribed?

Miltoncross Academy is operating close to its capacity of 1000 places (94% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Miltoncross Academy?

Admission to Miltoncross 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 Miltoncross Academy cover?

Miltoncross Academy is a secondary school in Portsmouth, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Miltoncross Academy?

Miltoncross Academy was rated Requires improvement by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.