Westfield School
URN: 114421 • Hastings TN35 4QE
Overview
- Name
- Westfield School
- URN
- 114421
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 54.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Katie Battisson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01424751404
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Main Road, Hastings TN35 4QE
Summary
Westfield School is a mixed community primary school located in Hastings, East Sussex, with a current enrolment of 183 pupils and a capacity of 212. The school is dedicated to creating an inclusive and nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported. The ethos emphasises kindness, respect, and resilience, encouraging pupils to be positive individuals and inquisitive thinkers. The staff are committed to fostering a safe atmosphere that promotes both academic and personal growth.
The curriculum at Westfield School focuses on the holistic development of each child, integrating opportunities for problem-solving and creative thinking. Enrichment activities and hands-on learning experiences, particularly in the early years, are key components of the educational approach. The school also promotes British values through various initiatives, including a School Council that allows pupils to voice their opinions and engage in democratic processes.
Community engagement is a priority at Westfield, with strong connections between parents, governors, and local organisations. The school actively involves families in the educational journey, ensuring that children not only thrive academically but also develop essential life skills.
The curriculum at Westfield School focuses on the holistic development of each child, integrating opportunities for problem-solving and creative thinking. Enrichment activities and hands-on learning experiences, particularly in the early years, are key components of the educational approach. The school also promotes British values through various initiatives, including a School Council that allows pupils to voice their opinions and engage in democratic processes.
Community engagement is a priority at Westfield, with strong connections between parents, governors, and local organisations. The school actively involves families in the educational journey, ensuring that children not only thrive academically but also develop essential life skills.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND Support (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Open Events for Reception 2026 starters! (calendar)
- Prospectus (download)
- School Information (other)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 212
- Pupils
- 183
- Boys
- 95
- Girls
- 88
- FSM %
- 24.00
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-09-21
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 183 | 95 | 88 | 212 | 24.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 194 | 100 | 94 | 212 | 21.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 207 | 110 | 97 | 212 | 24.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 207 | 110 | 97 | 212 | 24.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 207 | 104 | 103 | 212 | 21.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 209 | 102 | 107 | 212 | 16.70 |
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