Thinking of joining us?

We welcome visits from parents and children who are considering applying for a place here, as this is a great opportunity for you to see what we have to offer. (Visits are not a compulsory part of the admissions process and will not affect decisions on whether a place can be offered at our school.)

If you would like to arrange a tour, please email us on office@portesham.dorset.sch.uk or alternatively please call 01305 871283.

How to apply for a school place in Dorset

More information about admissions to schools in Dorset can be found on Dorset County Council website by clicking on the following links: 

• General information about school admissions in Dorset
• Starting school for the first time: applying for a reception place at a Dorset school
• Moving school partway through the year: applying for a place at a Dorset school during the school year
• How to appeal a school place refusal: find out what to do if your choice of school place has been refused.

Our Admissions policies

The Admissions policies for pupils' admissions during the academic years 2023-24 and 2024-25 can be found below.

Consultation on admissions arrangements for 2025-26

We are taking part in the annual consultation on admissions policies for 2025-26, which is run by Devon County Council. This consultation includes your school although it is in Dorset and can be found here.

We are not proposing to make any significant changes to the admissions policy for your school.