Hawthorns Primary School, Durrington
URN: 125950 • Worthing BN13 3EZ
Overview
- Name
- Hawthorns Primary School, Durrington
- URN
- 125950
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 40.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Wendy Lawson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Poplar Road, Worthing BN13 3EZ
Summary
Hawthorns Primary School is a mixed community school located in Worthing, West Sussex, with a current enrolment of 150 pupils and a capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing a supportive and engaging learning environment for children, with a focus on fostering curiosity and creativity. The school offers various opportunities for prospective parents and children, including Open Days, Guided Tours, and Stay and Play sessions, which allow families to explore the school and meet the staff.
The curriculum at Hawthorns is designed to cater to the diverse needs of its students, ensuring that all children receive a well-rounded education. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and encourages parental engagement through various events and activities. With 36% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Hawthorns is dedicated to supporting all families and promoting inclusivity within the school community.
Parents interested in enrolling their children for September 2026 can participate in upcoming events to learn more about the school's ethos and educational offerings. For further information, families can contact the school office directly.
The curriculum at Hawthorns is designed to cater to the diverse needs of its students, ensuring that all children receive a well-rounded education. The school places a strong emphasis on community involvement and encourages parental engagement through various events and activities. With 36% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Hawthorns is dedicated to supporting all families and promoting inclusivity within the school community.
Parents interested in enrolling their children for September 2026 can participate in upcoming events to learn more about the school's ethos and educational offerings. For further information, families can contact the school office directly.
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Nearby alternatives
- West Park CofE Primary (Controlled) School (67.9)
- Thomas A Becket Infant School (64.5)
- Vale School, Worthing (64.2)
- Downsbrook Primary School (63.5)
- Thomas A Becket Junior School (62.8)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 210
- Pupils
- 150
- Boys
- 82
- Girls
- 68
- FSM %
- 36.00
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- 2024-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-10-07
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 150 | 82 | 68 | 210 | 36.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 150 | 82 | 68 | 210 | 36.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 134 | 77 | 57 | 210 | 31.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 134 | 77 | 57 | 210 | 31.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 139 | 78 | 61 | 210 | 25.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 136 | 79 | 57 | 210 | 25.90 |
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