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The Westleigh School
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The Westleigh School
- Secondary
- Wigan WN7 5NL
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well and remember what they learn
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and respect differences
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject expertise
Current Educational Practices: Teachers stay current with good practice
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers spot and support struggling pupils
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can engage through events and feedback
Communication: Parents get regular updates on progress and events
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are positive about the school
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address concerns quickly
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders design an ambitious curriculum
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is resolved quickly; students feel safe
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong commitment to students' welfare
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of activities including clubs, sports, music, and drama
Career Counselling Services: High-quality, independent career advice available
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND needs identified promptly, pupils supported well
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About Us
The Westleigh School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 970 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 19% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B-
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.1 | - | 17.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 19% | 98% | 49% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | -0.75 | 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 | 34.3 | 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 | 19% | 26.43% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 43% | 42.54% | 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 | 1% | 21.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 7.04% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% | 11.04% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.79 | 2.64 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 92% | 88.18% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 203 | 157 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 78% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 62% | 36.14% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | SP | 4.55% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 27.73% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 5.36% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 5.05% | 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 | -0.53 | 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 | 43.6 | 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 | 39% | 30.32% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 43.93% | 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 | 5% | 19.29% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 9.71% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 12.39% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.64 | 2.73 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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% | 89.59% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 158 | 150 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 83.05% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 63% | 39.41% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 5.32% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 21% | 28.27% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.09% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.32% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.27% | 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 | -0.41 | 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 | 38.6 | 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 | 26% | 27.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 44.6% | 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 | 10% | 18.56% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 8.04% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 12.24% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.11 | 2.69 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | - | 87.37% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 144 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 76.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 32.53% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 6.63% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 27.32% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.37% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.74% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.89% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 26.36% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 43.23% | 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 | - | 16.91% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 7.5% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.91% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.7 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | - | 86.24% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 65.71% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.18% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 3.35% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 31.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.06% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.12% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.18% | 2.05% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Westleigh School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1