
The Harbour School is an academy special converter located in Portsmouth, Hampshire. This mixed-gender school caters to students aged 5 to 19, with a current enrollment of 123 pupils and a total capacity of 200. Situated in an urban setting, The Harbour School serves students with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, providing both specialist school placements and Alternative Provision (AP). The school is part of the Academies establishment group, with a clear mission to empower students to change the direction of their lives through education. The school’s motto, 'Grow, Learn, Achieve,' encapsulates its commitment to nurturing the potential of every student. With a significant number of pupils (80.5%) eligible for free school meals, the school is dedicated to providing support and improving the educational experience for all its students.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 30 April 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.
4 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Full re-inspection after serious weaknesses were found
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Monitoring visit (serious weaknesses)
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