Last year, Ofsted scrapped its previous framework so schools are now provided with grades for six key areas.
Previously education settings would recieve a rating of outstanding, good, requires improvement or inadequate, but inspectors are now using a five-point, color-coded report card system, where multiple areas are assessed including inclusion, attendance, curriculum, behaviour, leadership and wellbeing.
The new system will grade each area exceptional, strong standard, expected standard, needs attention or urgent improvement.
As we near the end of 2026, The News has taken a look at the ratings for secondary schools in Portsmouth and the surrounding areas that have been published this year.
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5. Admiral Lord Nelson School, Portsmouth
Admiral Lord Nelson School, Portsmouth, received the outcome of its Ofsted inspection which was published on July 9, 2026. It found the school is working at the 'expected standard' in all areas. | Contributed
6. All's Well, Fareham
All's Well, Fareham, is working at the 'expected standard' in attendance and behaviour and 'needs attention' in all of the remaining areas. | Stock
7. Castle View Academy, Portsmouth
Castle View Academy, Portsmouth, is working at the 'expected standard' in all areas apart from attendance and behaviour which 'needs attention'.
8. The Wymering School
The Wymering School, Portsmouth, is working at an 'expected standard' and 'strong standard' in all areas.