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Penbridge Junior School Catchment Area

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

Penbridge Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Portsmouth , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 441 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

7–11

Age range

441

Pupils

480

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Penbridge Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Penbridge Junior School 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: 92% 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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Penbridge Junior School — School Information

Full address
New Road, Portsmouth, PO2 7RW
Local authority
Portsmouth
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
52.2% of pupils
DfE URN
141531

Other Primary Schools in Portsmouth

If Penbridge Junior School is oversubscribed, these primary schools in Portsmouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Penbridge Junior School

Is Penbridge Junior School oversubscribed?

Penbridge Junior School is operating close to its capacity of 480 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Penbridge Junior School?

Admission to Penbridge Junior 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 Penbridge Junior School cover?

Penbridge Junior School is a primary school in Portsmouth, serving pupils aged 7–11. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Penbridge Junior School?

Penbridge Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.