Thomas A Becket Junior School
Glebeside Avenue, Worthing, BN14 7PROpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Thomas A Becket Junior School is a primary school in Worthing for ages 7 to 11. It is one of the 332 schools in West Sussex. It ranks 4th of 20 primary schools in Worthing. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in December 2018.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 4 December 2018, report published 9 January 2019
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 19 March 2024
This is a highly inclusive and nurturing school. Staff have high expectations for pupils' achievement. Consequently, pupils achieve highly. Pupils are happy and their attendance is high. As a result, they thrive. Warm relationships help pupils to feel safe and well cared for. Pupils are confident to ask adults for help when they need it. Echoing the sentiment of so many, one parent said, 'My son adores this school and is so happy to go in every day.' The motto 'Together Achieving Better' sits at the heart of the school. 'The TAB Way' values of respect, responsibility, community spirit and embracing challenge permeate the school. Consistently high expectations and positive recognition through 'Community Stars' instil impressive manners. Pupils speak politely, hold doors open and are highly respectful. Learning behaviours, such as perseverance, independence, reflection and collaboration are promoted well. Behaviour in lessons and around the school is exceptional. The sensory trail, calming spaces such as 'The Haven' and the school guinea pigs, Wendy and Wilma, all contribute highly to this. Pupils flourish in so many ways. They relish the leadership roles they undertake and are keen advocates of the school. The extensive selection of clubs helps broaden their horizons. Pupils are prepared well for the future.
Exam results
SATs results (key stage 2), 2024/25
182 pupils took the tests
Pupil numbers and mix
715 pupils on roll, with places for 834
Schools near Thomas A Becket Junior School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas A Becket Infant School | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Not published |
| Broadwater CofE Primary School | 0.6 miles | Ofsted: Good | 77% met the expected standard |
| Lancing College Preparatory School at Worthing | 0.7 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
| Durrington Infant School | 0.8 miles | Report card: Expected standard to strong standard | Not published |
| Durrington Junior School | 0.8 miles | Ofsted: Good | 70% met the expected standard |
School details
- School type
- Community school
- Sector
- Local authority maintained
- Age range
- 7 to 11
- Gender
- Mixed
- Nursery classes
- No
- Headteacher
- Mrs Becky Linford
- Phone
- 01903202268
- Address
- Glebeside Avenue, Worthing, BN14 7PR
- Local authority
- West Sussex
- URN
- 125955
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.