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An Ofsted report has said 'children thrive during their stay' at Beechside Short Break Services following an inspection which graded the service outstanding. Picture credit: Portsmouth City Council

Children's home described as 'nurturing' as it makes enormous progress

Hambledon Primary School in Church Lane, Hambledon, has received a positive result in their recent Ofsted report. Pictured is: Adrienne Corr, headteacher of Hambledon Primary School with some of the children. Picture: Sarah Standing (130525-6726)

Students 'bubble over with enthusiasm' at 'unique' primary school

Holbrook Primary School in Wych Lane, Gosport, has received a positive result in their recent Ofsted. Pictured is: (back left) Sharon Freeley, executive headteacher, (back right) Penny Davies, head of school and (front right) Lucie Golding, SENDCO, with some of the children at Holbrook Primary School. Picture: Sarah Standing (130525-3255)

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Students are 'proud to attend this warm and nurturing school' according to a recent Ofsted report.

School makes significant progress following 'challenging period'

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St Swithun’s Catholic Primary School is celebrating a positive Ofsted report. Pictured: Headteacher Jenifer Verhiest with children from the school in Portsmouth Picture: Sam Stephenson

Pupils ‘thrive’ at school where ‘independence' is nurtured

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Woodcot Primary School had 48 per cent of pupils meeting expected standards for reading, writing and maths. The average score in reading was 102 and in maths it was 100.

Primary school makes ‘substantial improvements’ following Ofsted

Medina Primary School in Medina Road, Cosham, has received a positive outcome in their recent Ofsted. Pictured is: Headteacher Amanda McGarvey with some of the children at Medina Primary School. Picture: Sarah Standing (060325-2783)

Primary school described as 'inclusive' and 'ambitious'

Bedenham Primary School in Bridgemary Avenue, Gosport, has received good in all Ofsted categories following its recent inspection. Pictured is: (middle left and right) Laura Gibbs, head of school and Sharon Freeley, executive headteacher, with some of the children. Picture: Sarah Standing (070325-2899)

Primary school has 'clear strategic vision' for pupils, Ofsted finds

Alver Valley Infant and Nursery School in Falcon Meadows Way, Gosport, have received a positive outcome in their recent Ofsted. Pictured is: (back l-r) Ali Lockwood, head of schools and Jill Roseblade, executive headteacher for Alver Valley Schools with some of the children from nursery, Year R, 1 and 2. Picture: Sarah Standing (060325-2758)

Infant school praised for instilling love of reading following Ofsted

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A Legacy in Catering Excellence at Horndean

Warren Park Primary School in Sandleford Road, Havant, has received a positive outcome in their recent Ofsted report. Pictured is: (l-r) Anaya Ntaji (8), Mollie Penfold (10), Damia Ward (6), Jackson Legg (6), headteacher Elizabeth Cooper, deputy headteacher Lynne Lofting, Freddie Montague (9), Penny Stone (9), Bella Valaskova (8) and Piper-Rae Nash (8). Picture: Sarah Standing (280225-2495)

Students at primary school 'happy and confident' following inspection

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St Jude's Catholic Primary School has received a 'good' Ofsted report following its recent inspection.

Primary school described as 'harmonious' and 'highly inclusive' school

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Excellence in Leadership and Governance at Horndean

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Purbrook Infant School in Purbrook, Waterlooville, have received a positive Ofsted following their recent inspection. Pictured is: (middle) Headteacher Lisa de Carteret with (l-r) Molly Long, Brooke Stedman, Olivia Quance, Coby Bell and Theo Tubb. Picture: Sarah Standing (130225-9432)

Infant school described as 'ambitious' and 'inclusive'

King's Academy Bay House has worked extremely hard to secure a 'good' Ofsted following its previous 'requires improvement' rating.

Major 'milestone' for school as it celebrates 'good' Ofsted

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The Harbour School, Portsmouth, has a Progress 8 score of -2.31 which is described as well below average.

School receives requires improvement following Ofsted report

Ark Charter Academy has received a good Ofsted following its recent inspection which took place on December 10, 2024.

School described as 'happy' and 'kind' following Ofsted

A secondary school has been described as a ‘happy’, ‘kind’ and ‘respectful’ place.

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Horndean Technology College in Barton Cross, Horndean, have received a positive result in their recent Ofsted report. Pictured is: Headteacher Julie Summerfield with some of the pupils.Picture: Sarah Standing (140125-8401)

School described as 'innovative' and 'comprehensive' in Ofsted report

Crookhorn College in Stakes Hill Road, Waterlooville, has received a positive result in their recent Ofsted report. Pictured is: (l-r) Aser Hamad (15), Eleanor Baker (14), Finley Walker (16), head boy, Millie Aylott (16), head girl, Sarah Bennett, headteacher, Lili Dee (12), Alfie Tallack (12), Heidi Willett (13) and Eve Wilson (16). Picture: Sarah Standing (170125-8517)

School described as 'inclusive' following positive Ofsted

Victory Primary Ofsted is celebrating a positive Ofsted report following its recent inspection which took place on November 26 and 27, 2024.

'Highly inclusive' primary school receives positive Ofsted report

Gomer Infant School in Pyrford Close, Gosport, has received a positive result in their recent Ofsted report. Pictured is: (back l-r) Claire Woollett, assistant headteacher for inclusion, Emma Lloyd, head of school and Sarah Duffy, executive headteacher with (front l-r) Teddy (7), Isaac (7), Eloise (6), Leah (6), Roman (4), Darcie (5), Bonnie (5), Alfie (5) and Rupert (6). Picture: Sarah Standing (140125-1569)

'Exceptional personal growth' and student development at infant school

Wicor Primary School in Hatherley Crescent, Portchester, received a positive result in their recent Ofsted report. Pictured is: (back l-r) Liz Brignall, Year 6 teacher, Louise Moreton, horticulturalist, Mark Wildman, headteacher, Barbara Cooper, volunteer, Suzy Gage, LSA and Margaret Gillmore, volunteer, with (front l-r) Junior Ubah (10), Evelyn Wilkins (9), Isla Bouwens (7), Henry Burtenshaw (4) and Oliver Banks (10). Picture: Sarah Standing (100125-1422)

Ofsted describes primary school as 'determined' and 'ambitious'

Haselworth Primary School, Gosport

School determined to improve following periods of instability

Cornerstone Church of England Primary School, Whiteley, has had extremely positive feedback from its latest ungraded Ofsted inspection. Pictured: Tim Clarke, headteacher of Cornerstone Church of England Primary School.

Ofsted describes primary school as 'friendly and purposeful'

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Ofsted ratings for 74 primary schools in Hampshire

City of Portsmouth College has celebrated a good Ofsted report.

College receives good Ofsted following merger

MP for Early Years Education Stephen Morgan pictured visiting the Little Bears Forest Preschool, Shore Avenue, Southsea. They are the first Portsmouth Preschool to be award Outstanding by Ofsted since, Stephen became minister for Early Years.Manager is Heather Smith. Picture: Sam Stephenson.

Glowing Ofsted for 'extremely warm and welcoming' preschool

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Ranvilles Junior School

Junior school is 'relentlessly' focused, according to Ofsted

Locks Heath Junior School has received a good Ofsted rating following its recent inspection. Pictured: Year 5 school ambassadors, from left, Hugo, 9, Noah, 10, Aanya, 9, Phoebe, 9, and their headteacher Mrs Farrell Picture: Chris Moorhouse (111224-24)

Junior school described as 'caring' with 'aspirational curriculum

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Mengham Junior School has received a

'Highly ambitious' junior school described as 'welcoming'

Bidbury Infant School in Bedhampton, has been given a good Ofsted following its recent inspection. Pictured is: (middle) Acting headteacher Julia Quehan with some of the infant school children.Picture: Sarah Standing (281124-6609)

Infant School described as 'happy place' following Ofsted inspection

The Hayling College Ofsted rating

College receives 'requires improvement' following inspection

Prospect School has been described as ambitious with a 'broad and balanced curriculum that reflects its high expectations.'

School in Havant described as 'ambitious'

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Some of the food donated by the children

Court Lane Juniors dress down for donations

There are a number of amazing schools in the area with either a good or outstanding Ofsted rating.

See some of the best primary schools rated outstanding and good by Ofsted

Whiteley Primary School has received an outstanding Ofsted report. Pictured is: (l-r) Mia Lucas, Alfie Bord, Finley Rutledge, Kate Bolton, deputy headteacher, Lesley Pennington, headteacher, Tommy Holloway, Elsie Youngs and Esme Monk. Picture: Sarah Standing (031024-7054)

Primary school praised by Ofsted for 'unwavering support'

Cottage Grove Primary School and Nursery has received a 'requires improvement' Ofsted rating following its inspection on June 25 and 26, 2024.

Primary school and nursery receives 'requires improvement' Ofsted

Ark Ayrton Primary Academy in Portsmouth, has received a good Ofsted.Pictured is: (l-r) Arin, Isla, Lazarus, Alexia-Faith, Molly-Mai, Ronnie and Hiab. Picture: Sarah Standing (011024-6848)

Primary school 'brimming with high aspirations' maintains good Ofsted

St Jude's Church of England Primary School has received a good Ofsted rating following its recent inspection.

Portsmouth-based primary school praised in good Ofsted report

Orchard Lea Junior School, Fareham, has received a good Ofsted rating in its inspection which was published on July 3, 2023.

Children 'happy and enthusiastic' at junior school in Fareham

Female recruits to the armed forces have had their training stifled due to poorly fitted equipment, Ofsted has said. Pictured is a Junior Soldiers parade on the Regimental square as they graduate from the Army Foundation College on in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.

Female military recruits' restricted by poor equipment - report

Ofsted checks safeguarding, to make sure schools have good policies in place to protect vulnerable young people (Image: National World/Adobe Stock)

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