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Our doors are always open, and we hope to see you soon at Portsmouth High School. You can get to know us better through any of the following ways.
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CSI PORTSMOUTH HIGH: MYSTERY CHALLENGE

Saturday 27 June 9.30am to 12 noon

Girls in current Years 4-6 are invited to take part in an engaging, interactive morning of forensic science, logical thinking and teamwork. At this FREE event girls will analyse evidence, crack codes and follow clues as they work in teams to identify the culprit and recover the school’s prestigious House Cup.

On the morning, girls will:

  • Explore the basics of forensic investigation
  • Develop problem‑solving and critical thinking skills
  • Work collaboratively to solve a real‑life mystery

This FREE event is open to all girls and is a fantastic opportunity for them to learn new skills, challenge themselves and enjoy a memorable morning of discovery. Please note booking is essential.

  • Girls should arrive for a 9.30am start and finish at 12 noon
  • A drink and snack will be provided for the girls
  • Parents do not need to stay and accompany their daughters
  • Coffee at 11.30am for parents before the girls finish at 12 noon

Venue: Portsmouth High Senior School, 25 Kent Road, Southsea, Hampshire PO5 3EQ.

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OPEN WEEK

Monday 22 to Friday 26 June 2026 9.00am to 3.00pm

Open Week is an ideal opportunity to visit Portsmouth High School and find out if the school is right for your daughter. You will be visiting the school during a normal teaching day and our Nursery, Pre-School, Prep School, Senior School and Sixth Form will all be open to welcome visitors. Our Prep and Senior Schools are on two separate sites, just a five minute walk up Kent Road and you are welcome to book to see both sites if you wish.

During your visit you can expect to:

  • Meet the Head
  • Have a tour of the school
  • See lessons in action
  • Discover why girls learn best in an all-girls environment
  • Find out about the admissions process
  • Get a feel for school life
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FAMILY TOURS

You can visit us any time for a personal family tour to see the pre-school, prep school, senior school or sixth form. The tour will also include meeting either the Head or Prep School Headmaster, depending on which part of the school you are interested in. Why not book your family tour today?

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OPEN DAYS

Portsmouth High School is open on two Saturdays a year – one in March (prep school only) and one in September. We ask that prospective families book for these popular events to help our planning.

Saturday 21 March 2026 – Farm Visit at the Prep School

Saturday 26 September 2026 – Whole School Open Morning

The school is open at any time to welcome visitors but we do hold specific open weeks and open days during term time when you can book to see the school in action during a normal teaching day.

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