The Sir Robert Woodard Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in West Sussex. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Sir Robert Woodard Academy.

Sompting, BN159QZ Ofsted: Good Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

54

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
50.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.18
English & Maths grade 4+ %
59.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 69.8%
Continue in education or training
34.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 41.0%
Sustained employment
73.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 37.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
19 October 2021
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Upper Boundstone Lane
Sompting, BN159QZ
Phone
1903767434
Website
srwa.woodard.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
135744
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Upper Boundstone Lane, Sompting, BN15 9QZ
Website
www.srwa.woodard.co.uk
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Christian
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
WOODARD ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1,400 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,376
Free School Meals
18.4% (253 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.6% (50 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.2%
Good
Persistent Absence
29.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
41.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
37.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
5.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
15.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
41%
Quality: Average
Sixth Form Size
41 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
5.0%

Key Performance Indicators

EBacc Entry:
49.6 (+30.2 vs average)
English & Maths Grade 5+:
69.8 (+17.8 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
86 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
172
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,376 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Study Skills (Extended Project (Diploma))
★★★★ ★
(6 students)
History (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(6 students)
Biology (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(6 students)
Psychology (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(9 students)

Strong performance in 4 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Aspire to Achieve"

Safe Kind Respectful

Our values are rooted in our Christian ethos and are central to our vision.

Head Teacher's Message

The Principal welcomes you to The Sir Robert Woodard Academy, describing Aspire to Achieve as the school’s motto and emphasising ambition, resilience, confidence, creativity and commitment. The message highlights an outstanding enrichment programme with world-class trips, personalised careers advice, and an extended day to broaden learning beyond the classroom.

Facilities

Bespoke purpose-built theatre with retractable seating and professional lighting Large 8-court sports hall with retractable seating and equipment A floodlit all-weather pitch and running track A floodlit 6-court multi-use games area and an industry-standard cardio and resistance training fitness centre Dedicated dance, drama and music rooms; plus a recording studio and sound-proof practice rooms Dedicated Sixth Form centre for up to 200 students and a bespoke lecture theatre for university-style lessons Large dining area and canteen, alongside two external catering units and a covered external seating area Modern, light and well-equipped classrooms

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Admissions Criteria

Catchment area includes all Lancing and Sompting primary schools and extends into Shoreham. The Sir Robert Woodard Academy has an agreed Published Admission Number (PAN) of 240 students into Year 7. Admissions for Year 7 open around September with a closing date of 31 October 2025; National offer day is 2 March 2026; Waiting lists are established from April to August 2026. In-year admissions are processed directly by the Academy. Admissions for W6 Sixth Form are managed via Applicaa. The Academy will admit up to 100 external Year 12 entrants (subject to internal progression) and provides contact details for admissions: [email protected]; For Year 7 inquiries, WSCC Area South contact: 033 301 42903 or [email protected].

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available

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