
The Sir Robert Woodard Academy is a mixed-gender, academy sponsor-led school located in Sompting, West Sussex. The academy serves students aged 11 to 18 and has a pupil population of approximately 1,412, slightly over its official capacity of 1,400. Situated in a semi-urban area, the school is part of the Woodard Academies Trust and sponsored by West Sussex County Council. As a non-selective academy, it draws students from a diverse catchment area, offering a Christian ethos to its community. The academy's commitment to education is encapsulated in its motto 'ASPIRE to Achieve,' which encourages students to reach their full potential through ambition and perseverance.
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3 published inspections on file since November 2019.
Inspected — no overall grade issued (Ofsted reform, Sep 2024)· Full inspection
Full re-inspection after a Requires Improvement rating
Monitoring visit — previous rating confirmed· Monitoring visit (school was rated Requires Improvement)