West Sussex Alternative Provision College
URN: 131182 • Burgess Hill RH15 8RE
Overview
- Name
- West Sussex Alternative Provision College
- URN
- 131182
- Type
- Pupil referral unit
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Doug Thomas (since 2025) , Head Teacher
- Telephone
- 01444232771
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cuckfield Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8RE
Summary
West Sussex Alternative Provision College (WSAPC) is a pupil referral unit located in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, catering to a mixed-gender student population of 242, with a capacity of 292. The college aims to provide a supportive and caring environment where each student is valued and encouraged to reach their potential through a personalised curriculum. This approach is designed to meet the diverse needs of students, promoting engagement and self-esteem.
The curriculum at WSAPC focuses on maximising student attainment, with opportunities for all pupils to work towards nationally recognised qualifications. The school employs a variety of teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, ensuring that each student receives tailored support. Additionally, the Inclusion Team collaborates with local schools to help re-engage students and reduce permanent exclusions.
WSAPC has recently maintained a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting the dedication of its staff and the effectiveness of its educational strategies. The college also emphasizes community involvement, encouraging parental engagement through initiatives such as the election of parent governors.
The curriculum at WSAPC focuses on maximising student attainment, with opportunities for all pupils to work towards nationally recognised qualifications. The school employs a variety of teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, ensuring that each student receives tailored support. Additionally, the Inclusion Team collaborates with local schools to help re-engage students and reduce permanent exclusions.
WSAPC has recently maintained a 'Good' rating from Ofsted, reflecting the dedication of its staff and the effectiveness of its educational strategies. The college also emphasizes community involvement, encouraging parental engagement through initiatives such as the election of parent governors.
Useful links
- Election of Parent Governors (governance)
- Our Governors (governance)
- APC OVERVIEW (other)
- APC ONLINE (other)
- Our Vision and Ethos (other)
- About (other)
- Our Pathway Model (other)
- Freedom of Information (other)
- Leadership (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Woodlands Meed (57.5)
- Abbotsford Community Special School (45.2)
- Mid-Sussex Area Pupil Referral Unit (45.2)
- Newick House School (45.2)
- St Peter's School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 5 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 292
- Pupils
- 242
- Boys
- 161
- Girls
- 81
- FSM %
- 62.80
- Open date
- 2013-09-03
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 242 | 161 | 81 | 292 | 62.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 200 | 133 | 67 | 292 | 60.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 120 | 84 | 36 | 292 | 55.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 120 | 84 | 36 | 292 | 55.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 132 | 93 | 39 | 292 | 45.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 186 | 130 | 56 | 292 | 33.90 |
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