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Headteacher’s welcome
Welcome to Portfield School
We provide specialist autism education for students aged 4-19.
All our students have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and a diagnosis of autism.
At Portfield School, students learn to build the skills, understanding and information they need to enable them to develop independence and flourish, not just in childhood but into adulthood and for the rest of their lives. Our students look forward to being well-prepared for college, work placements, apprenticeships and independent / supported living.
Contact Name: Anna Hewitt (Headteacher)
Address: Portfield School, Parley Lane, Christchurch, BH23 6BP.
You can call us on: 01202 573808 from 8:00am to 4:00pm
Term Dates
Autumn Term 2025: Monday 1st September 2025 - Friday 19th December 2025
- INSET Days: Monday 1st and Tuesday 2nd September 2025
- Whole School Back: Wednesday 3rd September 2025
- Autumn Half Term: Monday 27th October 2025 - Friday 7th November 2025
- Christmas Holiday: 22nd December 2025 - Friday 2nd January 2026
Spring Term 2026: Monday 5th January 2026 - Friday 27th March 2026
- INSET Day – 13th February 2026
- Spring Half Term: Monday 16th February 2026 - Friday 20th February 2026
- Easter Holiday: Monday 30th March 2026 - Friday 10th April 2026
- Good Friday: Friday 3rd April 2026
- Easter Monday: Monday 6th April 2026
Summer Term 2026: Monday 13th April 2026 - Friday 31st July 2026
- Whole School Back: Monday 13th April 2026
- May Day Bank Holiday: Monday 4th May 2026
- Spring Bank Holiday: Monday 25th May 2026
- Summer Half Term: Monday 25th May 2026 - Friday 5th June 2026
- INSET Days: 5th June and 31st July 2026
A tour of Portfield School
Meet Charley as she shows us around Portfield School!
School life
We’re a unique school supporting autistic students from the ages of 4 to 19.
Preparing for adulthood
We begin to subtly prepare our students for adulthood from a very young age.
Adult support
Our adult services help people to explore their potential, make choices, and ultimately make a successful transition from childhood into adulthood.
Arrange a visit
If you would like to find out more about any of our services and would like to arrange a visit to Portfield School please provide your contact details and we will be in touch. Anna Hewitt is your primary contact name for any enquiries.
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