Goring-By-Sea CofE (Aided) Primary School
URN: 126045 • Worthing BN12 4RN
Overview
- Name
- Goring-By-Sea CofE (Aided) Primary School
- URN
- 126045
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Rupert Ireland (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01903241175
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Mulberry Lane, Worthing BN12 4RN
Summary
Goring-By-Sea CofE (Aided) Primary School is a mixed voluntary aided primary school located in Worthing, West Sussex, with a current enrolment of 419 pupils and a capacity of 436. The school is led by Headteacher Mrs. Brockhurst, who emphasizes a nurturing and supportive environment where children are at the heart of all activities. The school fosters positive relationships among students, staff, and families, promoting respect and safety within the learning community.
The curriculum at Goring is designed to be broad and balanced, encouraging curiosity and creativity while developing essential life skills. It aims to cultivate independent learners who are prepared for future challenges, with a strong focus on academic, social, moral, and spiritual development. The school also values inclusivity and aims to provide equal access to enriching experiences both in and outside the classroom.
Goring-By-Sea CofE Primary School has deep-rooted connections with the local parish, reflecting its Christian ethos. The school encourages collaboration with parents to support each child's development and instill a love of learning, ensuring that students grow into responsible and caring individuals.
The curriculum at Goring is designed to be broad and balanced, encouraging curiosity and creativity while developing essential life skills. It aims to cultivate independent learners who are prepared for future challenges, with a strong focus on academic, social, moral, and spiritual development. The school also values inclusivity and aims to provide equal access to enriching experiences both in and outside the classroom.
Goring-By-Sea CofE Primary School has deep-rooted connections with the local parish, reflecting its Christian ethos. The school encourages collaboration with parents to support each child's development and instill a love of learning, ensuring that students grow into responsible and caring individuals.
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- Policies (other)
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- Governing Body (other)
- Performance & Ofsted (other)
- Staff List (other)
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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
- 436
- Pupils
- 419
- Boys
- 218
- Girls
- 201
- FSM %
- 9.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 419 | 218 | 201 | 436 | 9.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 428 | 212 | 216 | 436 | 11.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 425 | 220 | 205 | 436 | 9.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 425 | 220 | 205 | 436 | 9.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 422 | 217 | 205 | 436 | 9.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 427 | 229 | 198 | 436 | 8.00 |
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