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Leadership and management Outstanding
Achievement of pupils Outstanding
Quality of teaching Outstanding
Behaviour and safety of pupils Outstanding
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Academic Progress: Students make outstanding progress from below-average starting points
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students behave exceptionally well and are very respectful
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about their subjects
Current Educational Practices: Teachers share ideas and learn from each other
Strengths and Challenges: High expectations and excellent working relationships in the classroom
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can attend breakfast and homework clubs
Communication: Regular surveys and high attendance at parents' evenings
Parent Satisfaction: Parents agree the school is very well led
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Senior leaders reinforce high expectations and take decisive action
Actions for Quality Improvement: Determined focus on improving teaching quality
Managing Bullying and Safety: Students feel very safe and bullying is dealt with immediately
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Inclusive ethos and extensive support for all students
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of exciting and varied additional activities
Career Counselling Services: Excellent advice and guidance for future education or employment
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form students receive excellent support and guidance
Managing and Supporting SEND: Outstanding progress for students with special educational needs
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The Westgate School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Berkshire, South East.

It has 1326 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.

At this school, 36% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.

85.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.

This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.

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The Westgate School takes pride in its dedication to making sure every student is "#equippedforlife."
The Westgate School is a thriving, joyful, and welcoming institution where pupils thrive due to the supportive and aspirational learning environment.
The calibre of our relationships is the foundation of our success.
This is demonstrated by our great Ofsted rating and good results.
Numerous possibilities to stretch and push our young people's ability to think independently, improve their confidence, and venture outside their comfort zone are offered via excellent teaching and learning and a great curriculum.
It's crucial to give our pupils the abilities to adapt and take on the occupations of the future in the continuously changing world in which we live.
Our numerous company connections give students a priceless window into the workplace.
Our staff sets a good example and works hard to create a safe, secure, and pleasant environment for our young people.
We have high standards for everyone in our learning community because we have big hopes for our children and promote a "can-do" mentality.
The teachings of grit, resilience, and wellbeing are crucial for lifelong learning and are at the heart of all we do to help our young people face and overcome life's obstacles.
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Phase of Education Secondary Secondary Secondary
Type Academies Academies Academies
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Ofset report Outstanding Good Good
Age range 11-18 11-18 11-19
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 15.5 - 4.1
Proficient Math - - -
Proficient Read - - -
Grade 5 or above GCSE 36% 98% -
Grade 5 or above A Level 4.50% 35.00% -
Day Fees - - -
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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 -0.01 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 43.3 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 36% 54.37% 30.03%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 64% 69.11% 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 6% 44.53% 25.06%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 3% 24.47% 10.91%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 5% 31% 15.51%
EBacc average points score 3.47 4.34 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 94% 95.67% 90.53%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 177 140 144
Pupils staying in education 91% 92.87% 84.16%
Further education college or other further education provider 34% 20.2% 32.73%
School sixth forms 53% 63.6% 29.8%
Sixth form colleges 5% 2% 10.22%
Other education destinations 0% 7.4% 11.43%
Pupils in apprenticeships 1% 0.67% 2.8%
Pupils staying in employment 2% 1.8% 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 0.23 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 48.7 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 54% 58.89% 32.85%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 75% 70.44% 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 14% 44.11% 24.94%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 8% 28.11% 13.02%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 10% 34.72% 17.19%
EBacc average points score 4.07 4.53 2.97

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Pupil destinations School LA England
Pupils staying in education or employment 95% 94.67% 90.4%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 169 130 141
Pupils staying in education 92% 92.93% 86.29%
Further education college or other further education provider 37% 22.13% 34.03%
School sixth forms 51% 63.2% 30.82%
Sixth form colleges 2% 1.47% 10.38%
Other education destinations 1% 6.27% 11.08%
Pupils in apprenticeships 1% 0.53% 1.99%
Pupils staying in employment 2% 1.2% 2.13%

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
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 0.25 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 46.8 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 45% 1 49.59% 29.3%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 65% 8 62.29% 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 16% 43.59% 25.8%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 8% 4 23.47% 11.47%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 10% 8 30% 16.49%
EBacc average points score 3.88 4.1 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 96% 96.45% 90.2%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 159 147 135
Pupils staying in education 88% 93.73% 84.08%
Further education college or other further education provider 19% 22.27% 33.25%
School sixth forms 64% 68% 31.27%
Sixth form colleges 3% 2.45% 8.45%
Other education destinations 1% 1% 11.14%
Pupils in apprenticeships 5% 1.55% 3.4%
Pupils staying in employment 3% 1.09% 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 0.29 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 47 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 44% 8 49% 29.22%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 73% 61.67% 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 30% 35.67% 24.73%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 12% 11 21.47% 11.33%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 18% 7 26.47% 16.01%
EBacc average points score 4.15 3.95 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 96% 96.36% 84.87%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 167 146 140
Pupils staying in education 90% 75.55% 73.88%
Further education college or other further education provider 51% 22.45% 28.31%
School sixth forms 34% 67.55% 31.6%
Sixth form colleges - 1% 9.08%
Other education destinations - 0% 5.87%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 1% 2.96%
Pupils staying in employment - 0.91% 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 0.53 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 50.1 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 52% 49.08% 29.55%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 73% 59.46% 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 37% 30.46% 25.25%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 23% 23.46% 14.71%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 25% 23.85% 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 98% 97.11% 85.29%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 168 150 145
Pupils staying in education 94% 40.89% 58.19%
Further education college or other further education provider 51% 20.22% 30.58%
School sixth forms 42% 70.56% 32.22%
Sixth form colleges - 1.22% 8.95%
Other education destinations - 0.33% 5.7%
Pupils in apprenticeships 5% 1.67% 4.78%
Pupils staying in employment 4% 1.44% 2.45%
A level exam result

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 27.35 29.78 30.01
Average grade C- - -
Average points (Best 3) 32.12 30.67 29.57
Average Grade (Best 3) C+ - -
AAB or higher 4.50% 12.37% 13.67%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 68 164 201
Students staying in education 75% 68.54% 58.58%
Students entering apprenticeships 4% 4.85% 6.08%
Students entering employment 12% 14.15% 21.16%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 1% 6.08% 9.05%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 28.39 34.08 33.41
Average grade C - -
Average points (Best 3) 28.52 34.9 32.47
Average Grade (Best 3) C - -
AAB or higher 5.6% 17.98% 17.7%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 83 209 248
Students staying in education 69% 71.25% 60.67%
Students entering apprenticeships 4% 3.08% 5%
Students entering employment 15% 9.5% 17.73%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 10% 10.17% 10.69%

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 26.41 3 29.05 29.39
Average grade C- - -
Average points (Best 3) 27.63 29.16 28.64
Average Grade (Best 3) C- - -
AAB or higher 4.5% 10.13% 13.07%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 35 167 232
Students staying in education 63% 69.17% 57.31%
Students entering apprenticeships 6% 5.92% 7.77%
Students entering employment 21% 13.17% 20.99%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 9% 7.33% 8.8%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 23.61 4 30.39 29.03
Average grade D+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 27.50 7 31.81 28.82
Average Grade (Best 3) C- - -
AAB or higher 3.6% 10.92% 13.37%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students - 2 3
Students staying in education 4 14.83% 31.5%
Students entering apprenticeships 8% 3.75% 5.54%
Students entering employment 6% 7.92% 15.81%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 5% 3.58% 4.22%

Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.

A level Result School LA England
Average points 27.42 24.73 26.73
Average grade C- - -
Average points (Best 3) 34.44 27.86 27.73
Average Grade (Best 3) C+ - -
AAB or higher 11.1% 9.77% 12.64%

Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.

Students destinations School LA England
Number of students - 1 3
Students staying in education 4 21.5% 36.26%
Students entering apprenticeships - 4.6% 6.37%
Students entering employment 11% 14.4% 20.03%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 11% 5% 4.23%
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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 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025

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Autumn Term 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Westgate School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1

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