
The Portsmouth Academy is now closed for half term.
(2 weeks: 20th October - 31st October )
KEY DATES
Monday 3rd November - INSET Day, School Closed to Students
Tuesday 4th November - Start of New Term & Year 11 Mock Exams, Students will be on a Week B timetable
September 4, 2025 07:01pm
Everything you need to know about admissions with Portsmouth City Council can be found here.
Applications to The Portsmouth Academy close on Friday 31 October 2025. National offer day for on-time applicants is Monday 2 March 2026.
You can still apply after 31 October 2025, but your school place will be allocated after national offer day 2 March 2026.
This is a high birth rate year, make sure you apply on time, and put as many preference schools as possible (up to 6).
You must read secondary transfer – what you need to know (hints and tips) before you apply. We also recommend reading our admission booklet 2026-27.
