We invite you to visit our Nursery, Pre-Prep (Reception to Year 2) and Prep School (Years 3–8) in Chichester. Explore our beautiful environment, classrooms, pitches, woods, lake and boarding facilities at Westbourne House School.
Come to our Open Morning
Our next full open morning is on Friday 27 February 2026 - we invite you to see our school in action. You'll meet our talented teaching team and get a feel for the atmosphere here. Plus, learn about our ethos, which brings together academic excellence, a world of opportunities and a belief that everyone can succeed.
Westbourne House is brimming with original ideas.
The Week
Westbourne House has given us everything we hoped for the kids. Freedom with structure, space with intimacy, confidence with curiosity.
Chloe, Westbourne House parent
An idyll of all that is enchanting in childhood – Westbourne House has managed to bottle that elusive formula of what makes a prep school perfect: not too big (360 pupils), a small family feel, and yet an immensely large site, fizzing energy and, oh yes, top-drawer academics.
Talk Education
Exceptional creative talents are evident in many areas…especially in art, music and drama.
ISI, Rated Excellent
Pupils know they are valued members of an inclusive community that recognises every single contribution.
ISI Inspection Report
A very happy place - so bright and colourful - full of enthusiastic kids with relaxed and smiley faces, always super keen to see what the new school day will bring.
Emma, Westbourne House parent
I feel incredibly lucky that my girls have had the opportunity to experience such a warm and fun start in life.
Niki, Westbourne House parent
... happy and engaged pupils who can usually be found outdoors in a dreamy 100 acres of parkland between the South Coast and South Downs.
Tatler Schools Guide
First-class problem solving skills.
ISI Report
Smart, low rise and cosy, with a trampoline in one of the gardens, [the boarding houses] really felt like a home-from-home.
Muddy Stilettos
Non-selective, high standards and great teaching - a winning combination.
Good Schools Guide
A magic-filled nursery.
Good Schools Guide
We develop the character, dreams and potential of each child
We celebrate individuality, encourage curiosity and wellbeing
We provide a world of experiences that build confidence and our specialist teachers foster a love of learning
We prepare children with key skills for the future so they can confidently create the world they'll want to live in
We invite you to join us
Ask your questions
We know that finding the right school for your child takes time, consideration and research. Come and ask the questions that really matter to you.
Places are limited, so please register early.
Teachers have detailed knowledge of the children, allowing carefully focused support to be provided.
ISI Report
Our mission as a school
Our mission as a school is to open children's minds and give them the experiences, tools and drive to make ambitious, confident and brave decisions on their path to their chosen future.
Celebrating Individuality
We encourage each child to be the best they can be both inside and outside the classroom. By celebrating each child and their personal best - whether mathematical reasoning, kindness, humility, sporting achievement, sense of humour, musical talent or determination - we appreciate their unique contribution and encourage them to aim high.
World of Experiences
We take our children on an unforgettable journey of discovery including ceramics, science experiments, field trips, textiles, drama, cooking, poetry, music, kayaking, squash amongst many others. Each experience empowers our children to take on new challenges with enthusiasm and joy.
Ready to Shape the World
We nurture the whole child, inspiring young minds and developing key cognitive skills, such as problem solving, critical thinking and creativity, as well as important attributes, such as resilience and empathy. We prepare children to create the world they'll want to live in.