Best 3 Secondary schools in Hampshire – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Cantell School (Secondary) in Southampton; Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton (Secondary) in Southampton; UTC Portsmouth (Secondary) in Portsmouth — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Cantell School, Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton and UTC Portsmouth. They are secondary phase and foundation school, voluntary aided school and university technical college type located around Southampton, Hampshire and Portsmouth, Hampshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Cantell School), published May 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Cantell School (May 2024). average roll around ≈ 950, combined total ≈ 2,800, typical FSM 25–30%, range 15–20%–40–45%; across local authorities including Southampton and Portsmouth.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Cantell School SO16 3GJ	Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton SO16 3DQ	UTC Portsmouth PO2 9DU
Phase / Type	Secondary • Foundation school	Secondary • Voluntary aided school	Secondary • University technical college
Location	Southampton Hampshire SO16 3GJ	Southampton Hampshire SO16 3DQ	Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 9DU
Latest Ofsted	1 13 May 2024	1 19 Sep 2023	1 22 Jul 2021
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,050 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 500 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1250	1000	600
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Southampton (852)	Southampton (852)	Portsmouth (851)
Website	www.cantell.co.uk	www.stgcc.co.uk	www.utcportsmouth.org
Telephone	02380323111	02380322603	02393120200
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Cantell School

SO16 3GJ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Foundation school
Location: Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 3GJ
Ofsted: 1 13 May 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Southampton (852)
Website: www.cantell.co.uk
Telephone: 02380323111

Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton

SO16 3DQ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Voluntary aided school
Location: Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 3DQ
Ofsted: 1 19 Sep 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Southampton (852)
Website: www.stgcc.co.uk
Telephone: 02380322603

UTC Portsmouth

PO2 9DU

Phase / Type: Secondary • University technical college
Location: Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO2 9DU
Ofsted: 1 22 Jul 2021
Pupils: ≈ 500 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Portsmouth (851)
Website: www.utcportsmouth.org
Telephone: 02393120200

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.