West Dean CofE Primary School
URN: 126004 • Chichester PO18 0RJ
Overview
- Name
- West Dean CofE Primary School
- URN
- 126004
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Williams (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01243811247
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Dean, Chichester PO18 0RJ
Summary
West Dean CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Chichester, West Sussex, with a current enrolment of 99 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 98. The school promotes a mixed-gender environment and is committed to fostering a Christian ethos, reflected in its values and community involvement. The school encourages parental engagement through initiatives like the Pupil Parliament and the Friends of West Dean, enhancing the school’s community spirit.
The curriculum at West Dean is designed to provide a well-rounded education, incorporating innovative programmes such as Read Write Inc for literacy and Forest School activities that promote outdoor learning. Each class, including Apple, Maple, Beech, and Chestnut, follows termly overviews to ensure a cohesive learning experience. The school also offers various extracurricular activities, including after-school clubs and a breakfast club, to support the diverse needs of its students.
West Dean CofE Primary School is dedicated to inclusivity, providing support for children with special educational needs and disabilities. The school’s commitment to fostering a nurturing environment is evident in its focus on personal development, as well as academic achievement, ensuring that all children can thrive in a supportive setting.
The curriculum at West Dean is designed to provide a well-rounded education, incorporating innovative programmes such as Read Write Inc for literacy and Forest School activities that promote outdoor learning. Each class, including Apple, Maple, Beech, and Chestnut, follows termly overviews to ensure a cohesive learning experience. The school also offers various extracurricular activities, including after-school clubs and a breakfast club, to support the diverse needs of its students.
West Dean CofE Primary School is dedicated to inclusivity, providing support for children with special educational needs and disabilities. The school’s commitment to fostering a nurturing environment is evident in its focus on personal development, as well as academic achievement, ensuring that all children can thrive in a supportive setting.
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Nearby alternatives
- The March CofE Primary School (62.1)
- Fishbourne CofE Primary School (61.3)
- Aldingbourne Primary School (61.2)
- The March CofE Primary School (61.1)
- Lavant CofE Primary School (61.0)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 98
- Pupils
- 99
- Boys
- 50
- Girls
- 49
- FSM %
- 6.10
- Open date
- Close date
- 2025-04-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-01-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 99 | 50 | 49 | 98 | 6.10 |
| 2024-09-11 | 98 | 53 | 45 | 98 | 9.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 96 | 53 | 43 | 98 | 8.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 96 | 53 | 43 | 98 | 8.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 97 | 53 | 44 | 98 | 7.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 98 | 53 | 45 | 98 | 3.10 |
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