Willingdon Primary School
URN: 114422 • Eastbourne BN20 9RJ
Overview
- Name
- Willingdon Primary School
- URN
- 114422
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gemma Roxburgh (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01323482619
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Rapsons Road, Eastbourne BN20 9RJ
Summary
Willingdon Primary School, located in Eastbourne, East Sussex, is a mixed community school with a capacity for 420 pupils and currently serves 418 students. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. Under the leadership of Headteacher Mrs. Gemma Roxburgh, the school prioritises the development of creative, lifelong learners who are confident, independent, and resilient.
The curriculum at Willingdon Primary is designed to be rich and inspirational, engaging pupils and promoting high aspirations. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic achievement and the physical and mental well-being of its students, as noted in its recent Ofsted report. The school community actively involves parents and families in the educational journey, reinforcing the importance of collaboration in achieving the best outcomes for children.
Willingdon Primary also values personal development, encouraging students to take responsibility for their choices, reflect on their learning, and show kindness and respect towards others. This holistic approach aims to equip pupils with the skills and values necessary for a successful future.
The curriculum at Willingdon Primary is designed to be rich and inspirational, engaging pupils and promoting high aspirations. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic achievement and the physical and mental well-being of its students, as noted in its recent Ofsted report. The school community actively involves parents and families in the educational journey, reinforcing the importance of collaboration in achieving the best outcomes for children.
Willingdon Primary also values personal development, encouraging students to take responsibility for their choices, reflect on their learning, and show kindness and respect towards others. This holistic approach aims to equip pupils with the skills and values necessary for a successful future.
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Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 5 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 420
- Pupils
- 418
- Boys
- 219
- Girls
- 199
- FSM %
- 15.10
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-06-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 418 | 219 | 199 | 420 | 15.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 421 | 221 | 200 | 420 | 14.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 449 | 231 | 218 | 420 | 13.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 449 | 231 | 218 | 450 | 13.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 449 | 224 | 225 | 450 | 10.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 449 | 221 | 228 | 450 | 7.60 |
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