Westbourne House School
URN: 126105 • Chichester PO20 2BH
Overview
- Name
- Westbourne House School
- URN
- 126105
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 42.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Martin Barker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01243782739
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Coach Road, Chichester PO20 2BH
Summary
Westbourne House School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school located in Chichester, West Sussex, catering to children aged 2½ to 13 years. Set within 100 acres of parkland, the school emphasizes academic excellence alongside a broad curriculum that includes sports, arts, and other extracurricular activities. The school aims to nurture each child's natural curiosity and potential, fostering well-rounded individuals prepared for future educational challenges.
The school offers a structured pathway from nursery through to prep school, with dedicated support for children transitioning to senior schools. In 2025, Year 8 pupils achieved 34 scholarships across various subjects, reflecting the school's commitment to academic and personal development. Westbourne House collaborates closely with families to ensure smooth transitions to leading secondary institutions, including Eton, Brighton College, and Marlborough College.
Community and inclusivity are central to the school's ethos, with a focus on creating a supportive environment where children can thrive. The school's approach encourages students to explore their passions and develop essential skills, preparing them for future success in a variety of fields.
The school offers a structured pathway from nursery through to prep school, with dedicated support for children transitioning to senior schools. In 2025, Year 8 pupils achieved 34 scholarships across various subjects, reflecting the school's commitment to academic and personal development. Westbourne House collaborates closely with families to ensure smooth transitions to leading secondary institutions, including Eton, Brighton College, and Marlborough College.
Community and inclusivity are central to the school's ethos, with a focus on creating a supportive environment where children can thrive. The school's approach encourages students to explore their passions and develop essential skills, preparing them for future success in a variety of fields.
Useful links
- Sports Portal (other)
- School Website Design by Oyster Marketing (other)
- Learn more (other)
- Learn more (other)
- Explore what makes our Prep school such an inspiring place (other)
- here (other)
- Read On (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Anthony's School (65.3)
- Fordwater School, Chichester (56.0)
- Arabesque School of Performing Arts (45.2)
- Chichester High Schools Sixth Form (45.2)
- Lavant House (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 2 - 13
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 470
- Pupils
- 343
- Boys
- 196
- Girls
- 147
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1937-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 343 | 196 | 147 | 470 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 353 | 202 | 151 | 470 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 375 | 203 | 172 | 470 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 375 | 203 | 172 | 470 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 354 | 187 | 167 | 470 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 350 | 188 | 162 | 470 | 0.00 |
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