West Dean CofE Primary School
URN: 151586 • Chichester PO18 0RJ
Overview
- Name
- West Dean CofE Primary School
- URN
- 151586
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Primary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- BISHOP LUFFA LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Chris Williams (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01243811247
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- West Dean, Chichester PO18 0RJ
Summary
West Dean CofE Primary School is a mixed academy converter located in Chichester, West Sussex, with a capacity of 98 students. The school embraces a Christian ethos, integrating its values into daily life and fostering a supportive community environment. The curriculum is designed to promote holistic development, with a focus on creativity and engagement through various subjects, including the Read Write Inc programme for literacy.
The school operates four classes: Apple, Maple, Beech, and Chestnut, each providing tailored learning experiences. West Dean also offers additional support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring all students have access to quality education. Extracurricular activities, such as after-school clubs and a Forest School programme, enrich the students' learning experiences and promote social skills.
Parents are encouraged to participate in the school community through initiatives like the Friends of West Dean CE Primary School. The school maintains open communication with parents, providing regular updates through newsletters and an accessible website, ensuring families are informed and engaged in their children's education.
The school operates four classes: Apple, Maple, Beech, and Chestnut, each providing tailored learning experiences. West Dean also offers additional support for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), ensuring all students have access to quality education. Extracurricular activities, such as after-school clubs and a Forest School programme, enrich the students' learning experiences and promote social skills.
Parents are encouraged to participate in the school community through initiatives like the Friends of West Dean CE Primary School. The school maintains open communication with parents, providing regular updates through newsletters and an accessible website, ensuring families are informed and engaged in their children's education.
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Nearby alternatives
- The March CofE Primary School (62.1)
- Fishbourne CofE Primary School (61.3)
- Aldingbourne Primary School (61.2)
- The March CofE Primary School (61.1)
- Lavant CofE Primary School (61.0)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- BISHOP LUFFA LEARNING PARTNERSHIP
- Capacity
- 98
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2025-05-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 98 |
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