Westvale Park Primary Academy
67%
Capacity
323
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Westvale Park Primary Academy
Westvale Park Primary Academy sits in Surrey, a local authority where the average Key Stage 2 attainment score sits at 66. The school’s own most recent data isn’t provided here, so a direct numerical comparison against that LA average isn’t possible from the information available. What we do know is that the school was rated Good in its 2023 Ofsted inspection, with a standout Outstanding grade for personal development. That’s a strong signal: while many Surrey primaries achieve Good, only 33 out of 298 in the county hold an Outstanding overall rating, so Westvale Park’s personal development mark places it in a select group for that specific area. The school also has a notably low proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals at 7.3%, well below the national average, which suggests a relatively affluent intake. Oversubscription is heavy — 145 applications for 58 places in the 2025/26 intake, with 84 first-preference applications — indicating strong local demand.
Academically, the Ofsted breakdown shows the school is solid across the board. Quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, and leadership and management all received Good ratings, while early years provision also came in at Good. The Outstanding for personal development is the real highlight here — it suggests pupils are thriving in terms of character, resilience, and wider life skills. Without published Key Stage 2 results or a Progress 8 score for this school, we can’t say whether it outperforms the Surrey average of 66, but the Good rating across core academic areas implies it’s meeting expectations. The school’s nursery provision for ages 2 and up means children can start early, and the mixed-gender, non-religious character keeps it accessible to a broad range of families. The headteacher, Susan Kelly, has been in post since at least the 2023 inspection.
For families considering Westvale Park, the practical picture is reassuring. The school is oversubscribed by a factor of 2.5, so applying early and as a first preference is essential — 57 of the 84 first-preference applicants secured a place in the most recent round. Facilities include music rooms, an ICT suite, a sports hall, and an outdoor playground, with clubs ranging from film and coding to choir and gardening. Sports provision covers rounders, gymnastics, cross country, cricket, and football. SEND support is broad, covering specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, moderate learning difficulties, social and emotional mental health needs, speech and language issues, multi-sensory impairment, and autistic spectrum disorder. This is a school that seems to suit families who value strong personal development alongside solid academics, and who are prepared to navigate a competitive admissions process in a desirable Surrey location.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 2 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Cavell Way, Horley, Reigate and Banstead, RH6 8SU |
| Headteacher | Susan Kelly |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 323 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 7.3% |
| School Capacity | 323 / 480 (67% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
7 Jun 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 24 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed58
145
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
84 families put this school as their 1st choice (58% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
School day
Teaching hours
08:40 – 15:20
Source: westvaleparkprimaryacademy.org. Extracted automatically — confirm with the school before relying on these times.
Class profile
2024/25Half of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Lower-disadvantage intake compared to the national average (25%).
Above the national median (10%) — a meaningful share speak English as an additional language.
Ethnic background
- White British70.6%
- Mixed9.8%
- Asian8.3%
- White (other)6.5%
- Black0.3%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than 75% of schools in England.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
Half of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
453 mstraight line
Green ring on the map shows the effective catchment for 2025/26. Check your address below.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
4
Total schools
3
Oversubscribed
4
Primary
Cutoff distances vary year to year and apply only to applicants who reach the distance criterion. Faith, sibling, and SEND priorities take precedence.
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Contact Information
Cavell Way, Horley
Reigate and Banstead, RH6 8SU
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