Westlands Primary School

URN: 136270 • Sittingbourne ME10 1XN

Overview

Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Ofsted rating
n/a
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Victoria Pettett (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01795470862
Website
Visit
Address
Homewood Avenue, Sittingbourne ME10 1XN

Summary

Westlands Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Sittingbourne, Kent, with a current enrolment of 491 pupils and a capacity of 510. The school serves children from the age of four and follows a structured admissions process, prioritising children with Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), looked after children, and those with siblings currently attending the school. The published admissions number for Reception is set at 60 from September 2024.

The school is committed to providing a supportive learning environment, offering a range of policies and curriculum information accessible through its website. Westlands Primary School aims to cater to the diverse needs of its pupils, including those requiring special educational support. The school encourages parental involvement and provides guidance for families navigating the admissions process.

With a significant percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (33.80%), Westlands Primary School is dedicated to fostering an inclusive community that values every child's potential. The school promotes a holistic approach to education, ensuring that all children receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
4 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
510
Pupils
491
Boys
268
Girls
223
FSM %
33.80
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 491 268 223 510 33.80
2024-09-11 521 284 237 540 32.20
2023-09-11 553 290 263 540 31.60
2022-09-11 553 290 263 540 31.60
2021-09-11 568 302 266 540 28.70
2020-09-11 564 297 267 540 22.70

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