Great Walstead School
URN: 126135 • Haywards Heath RH16 2QL
Overview
- Name
- Great Walstead School
- URN
- 126135
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 42.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christopher Calvey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01444483528
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- East Mascalls Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 2QL
Summary
Great Walstead School, located in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, is an independent mixed school with a current enrolment of 299 pupils, set within a capacity of 450. The school is committed to fostering a holistic educational environment that prioritises positive values such as empathy, adventure, and determination alongside academic achievement.
The curriculum is designed to cultivate curiosity and creativity through a unique learning philosophy that engages students in hands-on experiences, such as building dens and conducting science experiments. This approach is guided by the school's framework known as the "7 Cs," which aims to enhance students' learning journeys from an early age through exploration and discovery.
Great Walstead also places a strong emphasis on community involvement and accessibility, as demonstrated by initiatives like the Burbidge Fund, which aims to provide transformative educational opportunities for all children. The school celebrates its centenary by reflecting on the importance of childhood and the enriching experiences it offers beyond the classroom.
The curriculum is designed to cultivate curiosity and creativity through a unique learning philosophy that engages students in hands-on experiences, such as building dens and conducting science experiments. This approach is guided by the school's framework known as the "7 Cs," which aims to enhance students' learning journeys from an early age through exploration and discovery.
Great Walstead also places a strong emphasis on community involvement and accessibility, as demonstrated by initiatives like the Burbidge Fund, which aims to provide transformative educational opportunities for all children. The school celebrates its centenary by reflecting on the importance of childhood and the enriching experiences it offers beyond the classroom.
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Nearby alternatives
- Chalkhill Education Centre, Chalkhill Hospital (72.7)
- Farney Close School (55.8)
- Brantridge School (54.0)
- My Choice School - Oak House (48.2)
- Ardingly College (48.2)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 2 - 13
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 450
- Pupils
- 299
- Boys
- 169
- Girls
- 130
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1944-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 299 | 169 | 130 | 450 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 319 | 176 | 143 | 450 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 339 | 179 | 160 | 450 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 339 | 179 | 160 | 450 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 355 | 183 | 172 | 450 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 382 | 203 | 179 | 450 | 0.00 |
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