Willingdon Community School

URN: 114592 • Eastbourne BN20 9QX

Overview

Name
Willingdon Community School
URN
114592
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emily May (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01323485254
Website
Visit
Address
Broad Road, Eastbourne BN20 9QX

Summary

Willingdon Community School, located in Eastbourne, East Sussex, is a mixed secondary community school with a current enrolment of 1,093 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,053. The school is committed to fostering personal excellence among its students through a supportive and respectful learning environment. Core values such as ambition, respect, compassion, courtesy, and honesty are integral to the school's ethos, encouraging students to strive for their best while valuing diversity and community.

The school offers a broad curriculum designed to ignite curiosity and prepare students for future challenges. Transition events, including open evenings and school tours, provide prospective Year 7 students and their families with insights into the school's offerings and community spirit. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Emily May, prioritises high-quality teaching and continuous professional development for staff to ensure consistent excellence in the classroom.

Willingdon Community School also places a strong emphasis on student welfare, with dedicated staff overseeing safeguarding and personal development. The school aims to create a harmonious community where every student is empowered to succeed on their unique learning journey.

Key details

LA
East Sussex
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1053
Pupils
1093
Boys
586
Girls
507
FSM %
18.90
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-06-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1093 586 507 1053 18.90
2024-09-11 1051 565 486 1053 15.60
2023-09-11 1006 537 469 1010 12.60
2022-09-11 1006 537 469 1010 12.60
2021-09-11 1006 546 460 1000 10.70
2020-09-11 984 523 461 1000 7.90

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