West Park CofE Primary (Controlled) School
URN: 126016 • Worthing BN12 4HD
Overview
- Name
- West Park CofE Primary (Controlled) School
- URN
- 126016
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 67.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Caitriona Bull (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01903243099
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Marlborough Road, Worthing BN12 4HD
Summary
West Park CofE Primary School is a voluntary controlled primary school located in Worthing, West Sussex, with a current enrolment of 802 pupils and a capacity of 840. The school emphasizes a nurturing environment where each child is encouraged to achieve their best, supported by a dedicated staff. The curriculum is designed to be inclusive and inspired by Christian values, fostering creativity, independence, and adaptability among students.
The school operates from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, with gates opening at 8:25 am. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and formal meetings are held during the summer term for new parents to discuss their children's transition. West Park also offers a Beach School initiative, allowing children to develop essential skills through outdoor learning experiences.
Admissions are managed by the local authority, with arrangements in place for both new and mid-year entrants. The school provides support for children with special educational needs through its Special Support Facilities, ensuring that all pupils receive the assistance they require to thrive. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the admissions office directly.
The school operates from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, with gates opening at 8:25 am. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community, and formal meetings are held during the summer term for new parents to discuss their children's transition. West Park also offers a Beach School initiative, allowing children to develop essential skills through outdoor learning experiences.
Admissions are managed by the local authority, with arrangements in place for both new and mid-year entrants. The school provides support for children with special educational needs through its Special Support Facilities, ensuring that all pupils receive the assistance they require to thrive. For more information, parents can visit the school's website or contact the admissions office directly.
Useful links
- 23rd September 2025FLU VACCINATION PROGRAMME - Important information for parents/carersThe Immunisation Service are coming into school to offer your child the Flu vaccination on the 20th of November 2025. Please find the Flu parent letter below wh (sen)
- Absence and Attendance (sen)
- SEND at West Park School (sen)
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- Dinner Menu (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Thomas A Becket Infant School (64.5)
- Vale School, Worthing (64.2)
- Downsbrook Primary School (63.5)
- Thomas A Becket Junior School (62.8)
- Bramber Primary School (61.9)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 840
- Pupils
- 802
- Boys
- 406
- Girls
- 396
- FSM %
- 12.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-12-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 802 | 406 | 396 | 840 | 12.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 816 | 429 | 387 | 840 | 10.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 831 | 452 | 379 | 840 | 11.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 831 | 452 | 379 | 840 | 11.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 798 | 434 | 364 | 840 | 10.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 760 | 418 | 342 | 840 | 6.80 |
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