Key Dates

Wednesday 23 July - End of Term

Year 7 Transition

Welcome to The Portsmouth Academy

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. 

A day in the life at The Portsmouth Academy

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. 

2025 Year 7 Parents Welcome Booklet

Click here to see the 2025 Year 7 Parents Welcome Booklet. 

 

 

Uniform

Uniform Policy

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


 

Equipment List for Students

To be prepared for the learning day, students should have the following items every day. 

  • Black or blue pens (at least 2)
  • Pencil 
  • Ruler
  • Red Pen
  • Eraser
  • Pencil Sharpener
  • Scientific Calculator

School Lunches and Payment System

The Portsmouth Academy has a cashless catering system and payments for school lunches must be made online through the school's payment system Arbor. 

Key Contacts

 

Transition Days 2025

Highlights of the 2 Transition Days for Year 6 Students

Parent Resources

 

Childline - Visit the Childline website for advice on how to support your child with moving schools