West Minster Primary School

URN: 118438 • Sheerness ME12 1ET

Overview

Name
West Minster Primary School
URN
118438
Type
Community school
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Hazel Brewer (since 2020) , Head of School
Previous head
Anna Pattenden, Head of School
Telephone
01795662178
Website
Visit
Address
St George's Avenue, Sheerness ME12 1ET

Summary

West Minster Primary School, located in Sheerness on the Isle of Sheppey, is a community school catering to mixed-gender pupils from ages 4 to 11. With a current enrolment of 472 students and a capacity of 570, the school serves a diverse community, with 61.5% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school is part of the Sheerness West Federation, which includes Rose Street Primary School, and aims to enhance educational opportunities for all children.

The curriculum at West Minster is enriched by the local area's rich history, providing students with opportunities to explore significant historical sites such as Minster Abbey and Queenborough Castle. The school promotes six core values—Respect, Responsibility, Courage, Kindness, Honesty, and Happiness—aiming to develop independent and responsible citizens who can thrive in the wider world.

West Minster Primary School prides itself on fostering a nurturing and secure environment where children feel safe to take risks and learn. The dedicated staff are committed to supporting each pupil's personal and academic growth, ensuring that every child can achieve their full potential.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
570
Pupils
472
Boys
238
Girls
234
FSM %
61.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-12-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 472 238 234 570 61.50
2024-09-11 504 250 254 570 63.50
2023-09-11 521 259 262 570 54.10
2022-09-11 521 259 262 570 54.10
2021-09-11 511 264 247 570 48.40
2020-09-11 504 267 237 502 40.90

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