Western Road Community Primary School
100%
Capacity
211
Pupils
3.6x
Demand
About Western Road Community Primary School
Western Road Community Primary School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the Lewes community, welcoming children from age 4 to 11. The school has 211 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (100% of 210 places).
Ofsted has rated Western Road Community Primary School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Irena Wooler, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 83% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — well above the national average. Additionally, placing it in the top 10% nationally. Additionally, ranked 1056th out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 1st out of 23 in Lewes.
Western Road Community Primary School is a popular choice with families — it received 107 applications for 30 places, making it 3.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 47 were first-preference applications.
Western Road Community Primary School has good reviews on SchoolParrot (3.8/5 from 1 parents), and parent feedback on Ofsted Parent View is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% recommending the school (93 responses).
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Western Road Community Primary School include Gymnasium, ICT Suite, Sports Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Athletics, Football, Cricket and 2 more, as well as clubs including Drama, Choir, Chess.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 7.1%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Lewes, Western Road Community Primary School is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Southover High Street, Lewes, Lewes, BN7 1JB |
| Headteacher | Irena Wooler |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 211 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.1% |
| School Capacity | 211 / 210 (100% full) |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
4 Feb 2025Quality of Education
Good
Since Sep 2024, Ofsted no longer assigns a single overall grade
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 12 Mar 2025. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (83%)
1056th of 13,686
Nationally
137th of 2,034
In South East
1st of 23
In Lewes
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
83%
Expected Standard
17%
Higher Standard
'22/23
83%
'23/24
83%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
Ofsted Parent View
93 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
5Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed30
107
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
47 families put this school as their 1st choice (44% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Frequently Asked Questions About Western Road Community Primary School
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KS2 SATs Explained
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SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
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Contact Information
Southover High Street, Lewes
Lewes, BN7 1JB
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