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Solent Junior School Catchment Area

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

Solent Junior School is a academy converter primary school in Portsmouth , serving pupils aged 7–11, with 360 pupils, and a capacity of 360 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

7–11

Age range

360

Pupils

360

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2014

Solent Junior School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Solent 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.

Currently oversubscribed: 360 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 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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Solent Junior School — School Information

Full address
Solent Road, Drayton, Portsmouth, PO6 1HJ
Local authority
Portsmouth
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Primary
Age range
7–11 years
Free school meals
13.1% of pupils
DfE URN
144193

Other Primary Schools in Portsmouth

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Solent Junior School

Is Solent Junior School oversubscribed?

Yes — Solent Junior School currently has 360 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 360 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for Solent Junior School?

Admission to Solent 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 Solent Junior School cover?

Solent 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 Solent Junior School?

Solent Junior School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2014. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.