Portsmouth has 5 special schools with a published Ofsted grade. At their latest inspection 1 was outstanding or exceptional and 80% good or better, against 90% of special schools across England. The most recent was inspected on 2 Jun 2026. Source: Ofsted inspection reports (Open Government Licence v3).
- 1 outstanding or exceptional
- 3 good, strong or expected
- 0 requires improvement or needs attention
- 1 inadequate or urgent improvement
| Special schools | Latest grade | Inspected | Postcode area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Park Academy | Outstanding | 20 Nov 2019 | PO6 |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy | Strong | 18 Nov 2025 | PO2 |
| Mary Rose Academy | Strong | 6 Jan 2026 | PO4 |
| The Wymering School | Expected | 2 Jun 2026 | PO6 |
| The Harbour School | Urgent improvement | 18 Mar 2026 | PO2 |