Westwood Primary School

URN: 139804 • Lowestoft NR33 9RR

Overview

Name
Westwood Primary School
URN
139804
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
THE ACTIVE LEARNING TRUST LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
45.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lauraine Barnes (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01502565673
Website
Visit
Address
Westwood Avenue, Lowestoft NR33 9RR

Summary

Westwood Primary School, located in Lowestoft, Suffolk, is a mixed academy sponsor-led primary school with a current enrolment of 181 pupils, out of a capacity of 210. The school is committed to providing high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring that all children make good progress and reach their full potential. Led by Headteacher Mrs. Lauraine Barnes, Westwood collaborates closely with Grove Primary School to enhance educational experiences through shared leadership and resources.

The school's ethos centres on valuing each child as unique and fostering a strong sense of community among families. Westwood aims to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum that ignites curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, while also ensuring that all learners feel represented within the school environment. The staff are dedicated to nurturing and supporting students in a safe and stimulating atmosphere.

Westwood Primary School places significant emphasis on inclusivity and community engagement. The school encourages parental involvement and offers various admission pathways, including nursery and in-year applications, to facilitate a smooth transition for children at different stages of their education.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
THE ACTIVE LEARNING TRUST LIMITED
Capacity
210
Pupils
181
Boys
79
Girls
102
FSM %
46.40
Open date
2013-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-02
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 181 79 102 210 46.40
2024-09-11 206 99 107 210 50.00
2023-09-11 224 114 110 210 44.30
2022-09-11 224 114 110 210 44.30
2021-09-11 233 115 118 210 39.20
2020-09-11 239 119 120 210 39.50

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