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Springfield School Catchment Area

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

Springfield School is a academy converter secondary school in Portsmouth , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1118 pupils, and a capacity of 1135 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,118

Pupils

1,135

Capacity

99%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Springfield School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Springfield 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: 99% 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.

Find Portsmouth catchment area documents →

Springfield School — School Information

Full address
Central Road, Drayton, Portsmouth, PO6 1QY
Local authority
Portsmouth
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
28.1% of pupils
DfE URN
144192

Other Secondary Schools in Portsmouth

If Springfield School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Portsmouth are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — Springfield School

Is Springfield School oversubscribed?

Springfield School is operating close to its capacity of 1135 places (99% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Springfield School?

Admission to Springfield 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 Springfield School cover?

Springfield School 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 Springfield School?

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