Meon Junior School
Portsmouth, PO4 8NT · Portsmouth · primary school
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4th of 32 primary schools in Portsmouth we can score, 45 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 4.7/10 against 2,358 of them, against 4.0/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 65.0 · 52 | 40% | 2.07 |
| Ofsted | 90 | 35% | 3.16 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 1.0 · 21 | 25% | 0.53 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Meon Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. 1.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (4.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 4.0 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in November 2025 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
The school provides both a breakfast club and an after-school club for wraparound care.
Getting in
The published school roll is 336 pupils against a stated capacity of 360. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the higher standard in maths? What specific activities take place during the after-school club? How does the new Ofsted report card affect current teaching priorities?
What Ofsted said about Meon Junior School
Overview
Meon Junior School is described as a "welcoming and highly inclusive" institution where leaders and staff are united in their commitment to ongoing improvement. The report highlights that pupils achieve well, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, and benefit from a well-sequenced curriculum that prepares them effectively for the next stage of their education.
Strengths
- Inclusion is rated at a "Strong standard," with staff adept at making adaptations and providing effective interventions for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Leadership and governance are rated at a "Strong standard," characterised by reflective leaders who involve staff meaningfully and take "decisive steps" to address areas needing further work.
- Personal development and wellbeing are rated at a "Strong standard," with pupils developing independence through self-reflective journals and engaging in leadership roles such as ‘Eco warriors’ and pupil librarians.
- Pupils demonstrate high attendance and positive behaviour, treating one another with "kindness" and respect within a culture where discrimination is not tolerated.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should continue to embed strategies for developing writing and grammar to further improve pupils' achievement.
- Staff should tackle misconceptions more swiftly, especially in written work, to help all pupils access their learning readily.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with an "open culture" established where concerns are actively identified, acted upon, and managed, ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 64% |
| 2023/24 | 56% |
| 2024/25 | 65% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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