Worthing High School
URN: 139109 • Worthing BN14 7AR
Overview
- Name
- Worthing High School
- URN
- 139109
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- SOUTH DOWNS EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Pan Panayiotou (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01903237864
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- South Farm Road, Worthing BN14 7AR
Summary
Worthing High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Worthing, West Sussex, catering to students aged 11-16. As part of the South Downs Education Trust, the school emphasizes a balanced education that values each student's academic, personal, and social development. With a current enrolment of 1,055 pupils, the school has a capacity of 1,122 and aims to provide a supportive environment where students can thrive.
The school’s ethos is grounded in core values of community, excellence, integrity, resilience, and respect. Worthing High School is committed to fostering curiosity, independence, and kindness among its students, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges. The dedicated staff focus on delivering high-quality teaching and pastoral care, aiming to inspire students academically and personally.
In the event of emergencies, the school has established communication protocols to keep parents informed. Notifications will be sent via text and email, and alternative learning opportunities will be provided through Google Classroom if necessary. This approach reflects the school’s commitment to maintaining continuity in education and supporting families during unforeseen circumstances.
The school’s ethos is grounded in core values of community, excellence, integrity, resilience, and respect. Worthing High School is committed to fostering curiosity, independence, and kindness among its students, ensuring they are well-prepared for future challenges. The dedicated staff focus on delivering high-quality teaching and pastoral care, aiming to inspire students academically and personally.
In the event of emergencies, the school has established communication protocols to keep parents informed. Notifications will be sent via text and email, and alternative learning opportunities will be provided through Google Classroom if necessary. This approach reflects the school’s commitment to maintaining continuity in education and supporting families during unforeseen circumstances.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Governors (governance)
- Inclusion/Send (sen)
- Student Attendance and Absence Line (sen)
- Full Calendar (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
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Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- SOUTH DOWNS EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1122
- Pupils
- 1055
- Boys
- 613
- Girls
- 442
- FSM %
- 15.40
- Open date
- 2012-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-03-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1055 | 613 | 442 | 1122 | 15.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1064 | 617 | 447 | 1122 | 13.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1067 | 618 | 449 | 1122 | 12.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1067 | 618 | 449 | 1122 | 12.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1065 | 620 | 445 | 1122 | 11.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1058 | 628 | 430 | 1122 | 9.40 |
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