Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre
Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre is an independent special school in Worthing for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has 25 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre is Good, from an inspection in January 2024. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 24.2, and 10% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: January 2024. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 52 - 54 Windsor Road Worthing West Sussex Worthing West Sussex BN11 2LY |
| Phone | 01903331704 |
| Reference Number | 149217 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 25 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 28%
Girls: 72% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Red Balloon Worthing is fulfilling its mission to reintegrate students who have faced significant challenges in their educational journeys. The school offers a nurturing environment tailored to meet the unique needs of each pupil, particularly those with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The bespoke education programs enable pupils to find a sense of belonging and improve their well-being, which is evident in their increased engagement and positive attitudes toward learning. Despite being a relatively new institution since its opening in September 2022, Red Balloon Worthing has demonstrated a commitment to developing a strong curriculum and emotional support systems that cater to the diverse needs of its pupils.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Dec 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Dec 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 09 Aug 2022 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Effectively reintegrates pupils who have previously disengaged from education.
- Provides tailored education programs to meet individual pupil needs.
- Strong personal development programme positively impacts pupils' well-being.
- Warm and supportive environment fosters a sense of belonging.
- Well-structured approach to curriculum design, aligning with pupils' interests.
- Offers enriching trips and activities to broaden pupils' horizons.
- Strong leadership and governance that maintains effective oversight.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum in some subjects is not fully adapted to meet all pupils' needs.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 24.2 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 10% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 40% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
Sample
UnlockGCSE Results
Sample
UnlockUnlock Premium
See how Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre ranks locally and nationally. Percentile rankings against every other school, historic result charts, admissions data and post-GCSE destinations are all included.
£9.99 one-off payment. Lifetime access, no subscription.
Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
| Name | Distance |
|
Homefield Primary School and SSC
53 Chesswood Road, West Sussex, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 2AA |
0.43 miles |
|
Springfield Infant School and Nursery
Sackville Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 8BQ |
0.57 miles |
|
Whytemead Primary School
Dominion Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 8LH |
0.86 miles |
|
Downsbrook Primary School
Dominion Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 8GD |
0.89 miles |
|
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Cobden Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 4BD |
1.05 miles |
|
Heene CofE Primary School
Norfolk Street, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 4BB |
1.08 miles |
|
Lancing College Preparatory School at Worthing
Broadwater Road, Worthing, BN14 8HU |
1.11 miles |
|
Bramber Primary School
Bramber Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 8QB |
1.17 miles |
|
Sompting Village Primary School
White Styles Road, Sompting, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 0BU |
1.23 miles |
|
Broadwater CofE Primary School
Rectory Gardens, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 7TQ |
1.3 miles |
|
Boundstone Nursery School
Upper Boundstone Lane, Lancing, BN15 9QX |
1.57 miles |
|
The Globe Primary Academy
Irene Avenue, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 9NZ |
1.72 miles |
|
Thomas A Becket Junior School
Glebeside Avenue, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 7PR |
1.74 miles |
|
Thomas A Becket Infant School
Pelham Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 1JB |
1.91 miles |
|
Seaside Primary School
Freshbrook Road, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 8DL |
1.98 miles |
|
Elm Grove Primary School, Worthing
Elm Grove, Elm Grove Primary School, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 5LQ |
2.03 miles |
|
North Lancing Primary School
Mill Road, Adur, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 0PT |
2.19 miles |
|
Durrington Infant School
Salvington Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 2JD |
2.53 miles |
|
Durrington Junior School
Salvington Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 2JD |
2.54 miles |
|
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Worthing
Derwent Drive, Goring-by-Sea, Worthing, West Sussex, BN12 6LA |
2.6 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Davison Church of England High School for Girls, Worthing
Selborne Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 2JX |
0.24 miles |
|
Seadown School
Seadown House, 1a Farncombe Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 2BE |
0.34 miles |
|
St Andrew's CofE High School
Sackville Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 8BG |
0.68 miles |
|
Educate U
Unit 2, 58c Chapel Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1BG |
0.71 miles |
|
Brighton Forward Ltd
28a Teville Road, Worthing, BN11 1UG |
0.88 miles |
|
Our Lady of Sion School
Our Lady of Sion School, West Sussex, BN11 4BL |
0.99 miles |
|
Bohunt School Worthing
65a Broadwater Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 8AH |
1.02 miles |
|
Worthing High School
South Farm Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 7AR |
1.24 miles |
|
Springboard Education
55 South Street, Lancing, West Sussex, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 8AN |
1.54 miles |
|
The Sir Robert Woodard Academy
Upper Boundstone Lane, Sompting, West Sussex, BN15 9QZ |
1.75 miles |
|
Durrington High School
The Boulevard, Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 1JX |
2.4 miles |
|
Oak Grove College
The Boulevard, Worthing, West Sussex, BN13 1JX |
2.52 miles |
|
Courtlands Independent Special School
37 Parklands Avenue, Goring By Sea, Worthing, West Sussex, BN12 4NG |
2.53 miles |
|
Lancing College
|
2.99 miles |
|
St Oscar Romero Catholic School
Goring Street, Goring-By-Sea, Worthing, West Sussex, BN12 5AF |
3.43 miles |
|
Shoreham College
|
4.87 miles |
|
Shoreham Academy
Kingston Lane, Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, BN43 6YT |
4.99 miles |
All schools in Worthing · West Sussex local authority: places and applications
What is Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre is Good, from an inspection in January 2024.
When was Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre last inspected by Ofsted?
Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre was last inspected in January 2024.
How many pupils does Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre have?
Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre has 25 pupils on roll.
What age range does Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre cover?
Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre for pupils aged 11 to 18.
What are Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 24.2, and 10% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre?
Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre is at 52 - 54 Windsor Road, Worthing, West Sussex, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 2LY.