KEY DATES
Thursday 18th December - Last day of term, students dismissed at 12:05pm
Friday 19th December to Friday 2nd January - School holidays
Monday 5th January - New term begins for all students on a Week A timetable
KEY DATES
Thursday 18th December - Last day of term, students dismissed at 12:05pm
Friday 19th December to Friday 2nd January - School holidays
Monday 5th January - New term begins for all students on a Week A timetable
Welcome to The Portsmouth Academy’s Year 7 Transition page. We’re delighted that your child has chosen to join us in September 2025. As students prepare to embark on the next phase of their educational journey, we understand that this can be both an exciting and anxious time for both students and parents. This page aims to provide you with an overview of the information you may need to help your child prepare for and settle into their new school.
At The Portsmouth Academy, our student and staff community have high expectations and follow the TPA Way, which promotes a safe and friendly school environment for all.
Learn more about our school day, what to bring with you to school, and where pupils will enjoy their lunch and break times within this video.
Uniform can be purchased online from Penelope Ann School Wear or Monkhouse.
You can also visit Penelope Ann's Portsmouth Store located at:
34-36 Tangier Road
Portsmouth
PO3 6JN
Tel: 02392 666142
To be prepared for the learning day, students should have the following items every day.
The Portsmouth Academy has a cashless catering system and payments for school lunches must be made online through the school's payment system Arbor.
Highlights of the 2 Transition Days for Year 6 Students
Childline - Visit the Childline website for advice on how to support your child with moving schools
