St Oscar Romero Catholic School, Worthing
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 1 year agoOverall
Quality of Education
Behaviour & Attitudes
Personal Development
Leadership & Management
Sixth Form
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
This school truly brings out the best in every child. Teachers have expert knowledge and plan lessons precisely to match where each pupil is in their learning, while providing excellent feedback to help them improve. Pupils benefit from a wealth of enrichment activities including musical performances, fundraising, and team-building events - all designed to prepare them for fulfilling futures.
Key Strengths
- Expert subject knowledge across the curriculum with high-quality teaching and precise matching of learning to pupils' needs
- Exemplary behaviour and positive relationships throughout the school, with pupils acting as responsible citizens
- Exceptional support for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, ensuring they access an equally ambitious learning experience
- Broad, carefully planned curriculum with rich enrichment opportunities embedded alongside optional clubs and trips
- Strong reading support and literacy development embedded throughout the school
Safeguarding
Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with staff knowledgeable about online and community risks and ensuring pupils understand how to keep themselves safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Musical performances, fundraising ventures, team-building events, clubs, trips, volunteering
St Oscar Romero Catholic School is a highly aspirational secondary school where all pupils make exceptional progress from their starting points. The school has been rated Outstanding across all key areas, including its newly opened sixth form.
At a Glance
12.8%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
What Parents Think
337 responsesSource: Ofsted Parent View - % who strongly agree or agree
Class Sizes
24.4
Avg class size
42
Total classes
7 classes with more than 30 pupils
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
95%
Near capacity
1,144 pupils
1,200 capacity
56 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Worthing
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Worthing
Admissions Demand - West Sussex
Places available
9,742
Applications
8,914
Got 1st preference
87.8%
Got preferred school
97.4%
Secondary admissions across West Sussex (2025/26)
Inspection History(10)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
5.14869%
Overall absence
14.18919%
Persistent absence
1,036
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
St Oscar Romero Catholic School
Ferring C of E Primary School
Goring-By-Sea CofE (Aided) Primary School
West Park CofE Primary (Controlled) School
Orchards Infant School
Orchards Junior School
The Laurels Primary School, Worthing
Hawthorns Primary School
Palatine Primary School
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Worthing
Elm Grove Primary School, Worthing
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