Vale School, Worthing

About Vale School, Worthing

Vale School is one of the county's leading primary schools, offering a rich and exciting curriculum for children living in the Worthing area. Our ambition, to see every child leave Vale School with a love of learning and with the skills, knowledge and character needed to succeed as local, national & global citizens.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal David Tow

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

26.8

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

75.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

86.0%

Reading

Avg score: 109.0

87.0%

Maths

Avg score: 107.0

81.0%

Writing

Meeting expected standard

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Emily T. Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School and Community!"

We moved to Worthing and were so impressed with the facilities and enthusiasm of the staff. Our child has thrived academically and socially. We feel lucky to be a part of the Vale School community!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James W. Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 25, 2022

4.0

"Some Issues with Consistency, but Great Staff"

We've experienced some inconsistencies in teaching standards and expectations, but we believe the staff are generally excellent and care deeply about the children. Our child enjoys school and we appreciate the strong sense of community.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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David M. Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 20, 2022

5.0

"High Standards and Caring Environment"

Our children attended Vale School from Reception to Year 6 and we were consistently impressed with the high standards of teaching and the caring approach of the staff. They now attend a grammar school and are thriving.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachael B. Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 18, 2021

5.0

"Love the Focus on Character and Wellbeing"

We were drawn to Vale School's emphasis on character development and wellbeing, which we believe is essential for our child's emotional intelligence. The staff are supportive and engaging, and we feel confident in their abilities.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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