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Westborough High School
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- Kirklees WF13 2JE
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| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Students make much better progress than expected given their starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students behave well, are respectful, and conduct themselves safely around the school.
Qualifications and Training: The teachers use detailed information about students’ attainment to provide challenging lessons.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers select topics and materials fostering curiosity and enthusiasm.
Strengths and Challenges: Generally, teaching is good but could improve in developing students' speaking and numeracy skills.
Opportunities for Involvement: Almost all parents attend consultation evenings regularly.
Communication: Parents can easily communicate through consultation evenings and questionnaires.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents believe their children make good progress and are taught well.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Misbehaviour, including rare instances of bullying, is dealt with swiftly and effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders and managers work very effectively to improve the quality of teaching.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and handled effectively; students feel safe at school.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Students' attendance is above average; social areas are harmonious and orderly.
Extracurricular Offerings: More than 50 timetabled extracurricular activities are available weekly.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students are offered opportunities to catch up or undertake additional learning in subjects.
Career Counselling Services: Most students go on to further education or training.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Nearly all students consistently proceed to further education or training.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Students with special educational needs make significantly more progress than similar students nationally.
Subjects Offered: The curriculum includes a broad range of experiences relevant to the school’s specialisms.
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Westborough High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 927 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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As the principal of Westborough High School, I place a high value on academic achievement.
Students are inspired and helped to achieve their full potential.
I think success comes from having a positive learning mindset and from living in a "can do" atmosphere.
I talk to many students who have big expectations for the future, and we push everyone to pursue successful jobs.
At Westborough High School, students feel supported and safe.
Students at Westborough High School have access to a variety of extracurricular activities that help them develop into well-rounded individuals, such as science clubs, school performances, sports clubs, and university trips.
We encourage all students to participate in competitions as part of our mission to help students become more self-assured outside of the classroom.
This part of school life is greatly appreciated by students, who are also proud of their accomplishments.
The school is also a part of The Dewsbury Learning Trust, which is affiliated with Kirklees College, Kirklees Council, and the University of Huddersfield.
A "Partnership of Strengths" exists here.
All of our students should succeed and enjoy their time at Westborough High School because we have high expectations for them.
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Students are inspired and helped to achieve their full potential.
I think success comes from having a positive learning mindset and from living in a "can do" atmosphere.
I talk to many students who have big expectations for the future, and we push everyone to pursue successful jobs.
At Westborough High School, students feel supported and safe.
Students at Westborough High School have access to a variety of extracurricular activities that help them develop into well-rounded individuals, such as science clubs, school performances, sports clubs, and university trips.
We encourage all students to participate in competitions as part of our mission to help students become more self-assured outside of the classroom.
This part of school life is greatly appreciated by students, who are also proud of their accomplishments.
The school is also a part of The Dewsbury Learning Trust, which is affiliated with Kirklees College, Kirklees Council, and the University of Huddersfield.
A "Partnership of Strengths" exists here.
All of our students should succeed and enjoy their time at Westborough High School because we have high expectations for them.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B+
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A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-19 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.3 | - | 17.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 38% | 34% | 40% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.22 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 43.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 38% | 33.6% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% | 48.35% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 28% | 26.23% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 11.25% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 16.1% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.43 | 2.97 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 89% | 87.19% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 176 | 153 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 81.26% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 49% | 30.45% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 19% | 12.61% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 29.48% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.45% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 3.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.87% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.21 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 45.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 40% | 38.11% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 51.89% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 35% | 27.26% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 13.34% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 18.08% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.84 | 3.14 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 84% | 89.17% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 184 | 156 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 83.83% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 31.41% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 26% | 15.14% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 20% | 29.41% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.86% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.1% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.31% | 2.13% |
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results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.11 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 23% 3 | 27.6% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% 4 | 41.34% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 39% | 23.89% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 5 | 9.91% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% 5 | 14.74% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.36 | 2.63 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 89.16% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 176 | 131 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 82.88% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 31.36% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 24% | 15.92% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 25.6% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.04% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 4.2% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.24% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.25 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 41.2 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 26% 5 | 29.12% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 5 | 42.64% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 37% | 27.3% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% 1 | 9.94% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% 3 | 15.61% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.4 | 2.72 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 86% | 74.6% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 211 | 130 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 62.4% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 21.36% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 20% | 17.12% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 22.92% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.52% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.84% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.52% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | 0.15 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 21% | 31.13% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 46.17% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 20% | 23.93% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 14.03% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 15.63% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 89% | 82.39% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 202 | 140 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 47.96% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 33.22% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 20% | 16.43% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 22.65% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.3% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 5.43% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.39% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Westborough High School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
