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UTC Portsmouth Catchment Area

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

UTC Portsmouth is a university technical college secondary school in Portsmouth , serving pupils aged 14–19, with 493 pupils, and a capacity of 600 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby secondary schools below.

14–19

Age range

493

Pupils

600

Capacity

82%

Fill rate

Outstanding

Ofsted 2021

UTC Portsmouth Catchment Area Information

Secondary school places at UTC Portsmouth are allocated by Portsmouth using ranked oversubscription criteria. Catchment area residence is typically among the highest priorities after looked-after children and siblings, and the boundary is reviewed each year.

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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UTC Portsmouth — School Information

Full address
London Road, Hilsea, Portsmouth, PO2 9DU
Local authority
Portsmouth
School type
University technical college
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
14–19 years
Free school meals
19.3% of pupils
DfE URN
143430

Other Secondary Schools in Portsmouth

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

Frequently Asked Questions — UTC Portsmouth

Is UTC Portsmouth oversubscribed?

UTC Portsmouth has a capacity of 600 places and currently has 493 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Portsmouth.

What is the admissions policy for UTC Portsmouth?

Admission to UTC Portsmouth 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 UTC Portsmouth cover?

UTC Portsmouth is a secondary school in Portsmouth, serving pupils aged 14–19. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for UTC Portsmouth?

UTC Portsmouth was rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2021. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.