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Westbourne House School
Independent school · West Sussex
| Address | Coach Road, Shopwyke, Chichester, PO20 2BH |
|---|---|
| Ages | 2–13 |
| Pupils | 302 |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Boarding | Boarding school |
| Phone | 01243782739 |
| Website | https://www.westbournehouse.org |
Term dates
Source: school website · checked 2026-10-16
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2026-27
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas 1 | Thu 3 Sep 2026 | Fri 16 Oct 2026 |
| Christmas 2 | Mon 2 Nov 2026 | Fri 11 Dec 2026 |
| Easter 1 | Thu 7 Jan 2027 | Fri 12 Feb 2027 |
| Easter 2 | Mon 22 Feb 2027 | Thu 25 Mar 2027 |
| Summer 1 | Thu 22 Apr 2027 | Fri 28 May 2027 |
| Summer 2 | Mon 7 Jun 2027 | Fri 9 Jul 2027 |
Exeats: Fri 25 Sep 2026 to Mon 28 Sep 2026, Fri 13 Nov 2026 to Mon 16 Nov 2026, Fri 27 Nov 2026 to Mon 30 Nov 2026, Fri 22 Jan 2027 to Mon 25 Jan 2027, Fri 5 Mar 2027 to Mon 8 Mar 2027, Fri 30 Apr 2027 to Tue 4 May 2027, Fri 25 Jun 2027 to Mon 28 Jun 2027
Day starts are given (8.30am); boarders return 4.30-6pm the evening before (Wed 2 Sep, Wed 6 Jan, Wed 21 Apr). Exeats are the 'Leave Out' weekends, from Friday afternoon to the return day (8.30am) as written. Summer 2027 is provisional. Summer ends Fri 9 Jul (Pre-Prep 3.15pm, Y3-7 3.30pm, Y8 7pm after prize giving). Christmas Term 2027 is provisionally due to start Thu 9 Sep (boarders Wed 8 Sep).
Fees
Fees per term (including VAT).
| Year group | Fee |
|---|---|
| Reception, day | £5,140.00 |
| Years 1-2, day | £5,280.00 |
| Year 3, day | £7,750.00 |
| Year 4, day | £8,750.00 |
| Years 5-8, day | £9,225.00 |
| Full boarding UK (in addition to day fees) | £3,465.00 |
| Weekly boarding 5 nights (in addition to day fees) | £2,415.00 |
| Nursery all day (VAT exempt) | £5,040.00 |
| School lunches (compulsory, no VAT) | £367.00 |
Registration fee: £160.00
Deposit: £750.00
Academic year not stated on the page. Day fees include VAT where applicable; boarding fees include VAT and are added to day fees (EU £4,185, rest of world £4,410 full boarding). Rest-of-world registration £500 and deposit £1500. 5% sibling reduction. Minibus £230 per term.
Source: school fees page
Admissions
Non-selective school with no exams or interviews. Request a prospectus, visit (tour or Open Morning), attend a Taster Day with the year group, then register and return the Acceptance Form and refundable deposit to confirm the place.
- Taster Day
Offers scholarships and bursaries.
Source: school admissions page
School bus routes
| Route | Areas served | First pick-up |
|---|---|---|
| Midhurst & South Harting | Petworth, Midhurst, South Harting | |
| The Witterings | East Wittering, West Wittering, Itchenor, Birdham | |
| South Harting, Lavant & Funtington | South Harting, Lavant, Funtington |
Cost: £230 per term per child
Source: school transport page
School details from the Department for Education's register (Open Government Licence). Term dates from the school's own published calendar; always confirm with the school.