King's Academy Northern Parade (Junior)
Academy converter primary school in Portsmouth (Portsmouth).
Location
iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).About
At Northern Parade, we believe every child is wonderfully unique. Our mission is to provide a nurturing environment where all children feel safe, inspired, and supported to reach their full potential whether academically, socially, creatively, or personally. Our approach goes beyond academic achievements.
We aim to help children grow in confidence, discover their strengths, and develop essential life skills. From the classroom to the sports field, and through creative opportunities, we are dedicated to empowering every child to shine in their own way. Happiness and inclusion are central to our vision.
We are proud of our dedicated and passionate staff who work tirelessly to ensure every child feels part of our school family. Safeguarding and well-being are paramount to us, ensuring this is a place where children can thrive and grow in a supportive environment.
Together, we will nurture your child's journey, instilling values of kindness, respect, and resilience that will guide them far beyond their time with us. I am deeply committed to working in partnership with you to create the best possible future for your child.
In the school’s own words, from the school website.
Awards
2 awardsiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.- Healthy SchoolsHealth and wellbeing
- Sing UpRecognised award
Key facts
- URN
- 145450
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Ages
- 7 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Nursery
- No Nursery Classes
- Local authority
- Portsmouth
- Constituency
- Portsmouth North
- Setting
- Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
- Opened
- 2018
Governing body (9 current, 1 former)
iAcademy trust: local governing body and trust board.Leadership
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr Gregory West | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by foundation/Trust | since 2026 · until 2029 |
| Mr Hugh Whitaker Former | Chair of Local Governing Body | Appointed by trustees | since 2023 · term ended 2026 |
Full governing body
| Name | Role | How appointed | Term |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms Ali McKie | Shared Local Governor - Establishment | Elected by parents | since 2026 · until 2030 |
| Ms Regaina Cawley | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2025 · until 2029 |
| Mr Tom Johnson | Local Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2024 · until 2028 |
| Ms Elizabeth Smith | Local Governor | Elected by parents | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Ms Sarah Rose | Local Governor | Elected by school staff | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Mr Oliver Stone | Local Governor | Appointed by trustees | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Ms Zoe Martin | Local Governor | Appointed by trustees | since 2023 · until 2027 ends 2027 |
| Ms Kathryn Wilden | Local Governor | Ex-officio by virtue of office as headteacher/principal | since 2023 |
Source: Department for Education, Get Information about Schools (governance records, as at 25 October 2026). Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Names are shown as published; there are no addresses or contact details. Current and former are worked out from term end dates when the page loads. Object or ask for removal · Report an issue with this record