The Sir Robert Woodard Academy

URN: 135744 • Sompting BN15 9QZ

Overview

Name
The Sir Robert Woodard Academy
URN
135744
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Christian
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WOODARD ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
76.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kieran Scanlon (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01903767434
Website
Visit
Address
Upper Boundstone Lane, Sompting BN15 9QZ

Summary

The Sir Robert Woodard Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Sompting, West Sussex, serving students aged 11 to 18. With a current enrolment of 1,412 pupils and a capacity of 1,400, the academy is committed to fostering a nurturing environment where every student is known and supported. The school's ethos, encapsulated in the motto "Aspire to Achieve," focuses on developing qualities such as ambition, resilience, and creativity, preparing students for future success.

The curriculum at SRWA is designed to engage students through innovative teaching methods and a wide range of extracurricular activities. Students have opportunities to participate in international trips, including skiing and Model UN events, which enhance their learning experiences and broaden their horizons. The academy prides itself on its supportive pastoral team, ensuring that students receive help with both academic and personal challenges.

SRWA serves the communities of Lancing, Sompting, and Shoreham, fostering a strong sense of community among students and families. The academy aims to instil a lifelong love of learning, equipping students with the skills and confidence needed for their future endeavours.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
WOODARD ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1400
Pupils
1412
Boys
806
Girls
606
FSM %
18.60
Open date
2009-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-10-20
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1412 806 606 1400 18.60
2024-09-11 1376 776 600 1400 18.00
2023-09-11 1287 706 581 1400 18.40
2022-09-11 1287 706 581 1400 18.40
2021-09-11 1170 645 525 1400 18.20
2020-09-11 1084 598 486 1400 16.30

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