Schools across the city will be holding a number of open days, evenings and mornings where pupils and their families can visit, take a tour and speak to staff to help them make their decisions. Schools can often also arrange separate tours for anything unable to attend a specific event.
Applications for the 2025 academic year opened on Monday, September 9 2024 – Application and close on Thursday, October 31 2024. Changes can be made up until January 10 2025 – such as an address change – and offers will be made on Friday, March 3 2025.
To apply visit www.portsmouth.gov.uk/services/schools-learning-and-childcare/schools/admissions/apply-to-move-to-secondary-school/
For more details contact Portsmouth City Council at [email protected] or by phone on 023 9268 8008.

5. Trafalgar School
Trafalgar School in London Road is holding its Open Day on Thursday, October 10 from 6pmn to 8pm. Contact: 023 9269 3521 Photo: Google Images

6. Priory School
Priory School in Fawcett Rd is holding its Open Day on Thursday, September 26 from 6pm to 8pm. Contact: 023 9281 9115 Photo: Google Images

7. Springfield School
Springfield School in Scholar's Walk is hoping its Open Day on Thursday, September 26 from 4pm to 7.30pm during which you will be able to look around the school campus and meet students and staff. Headteacher’s presentations taking place at 4.15pm, 5.15pm and 6.15pm. If you would like to attend register at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/springfield-school/e-eqrkla by Wednesday, September 25. Contact: 023 9237 9119 Photo: Google Images

8. Castle View Academy
Castle View Academy in Allaway Avenue is holding its open day on September 30, 2024. The academy will also offer academy tours from October 7–11, 2024. The Open Evening is an opportunity for parents and future students to experience the academy's curriculum through activities. The Principal will address parents, and staff, students, and parents will be available to answer questions. Visitors will also be able to tour the buildings and grounds. Contact: 023 9237 0321. Photo: Google Images

