# Westbourne Academy — Ipswich, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Secondary
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 4 published reviews
- **Students:** 1000
- **Founded:** 2013
- **Principal:** Martin Higgon

## Contact

- **Address:** Marlow Road Ipswich
- **Phone:** 01473 742315
- **Website:** http://www.westbourne.attrust.org.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/ipswich/westbourne-academy-14464

## About

Westbourne Academy is a calm and happy school. We are an inclusive academy. We support all students, regardless of their starting point, to achieve their potential and develop the skills necessary for employment and life.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Requires Improvement — Jun 2024
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Jun 2024
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Jun 2024
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Jun 2024
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Jun 2024

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Amazing Support for Disadvantaged Students: As a parent of a disadvantaged student, I have been blown away by the support and care that Westbourne Academy has shown my child. The school's focus on removing barriers to learning is truly impressive, and the staff have gone above and beyond to ensure that my child receives the support they need. The STAR values are also a great way to encourage positive behavior and attitudes. *(Nov 2022)*
- **5/5** — Excellent School with Great Values: My child has been attending Westbourne Academy for a year now and I have seen a significant improvement in their confidence and academic progress. The school's values of being Safe, Thoughtful, Accountable and Respectful are truly embodied by the staff and students. The facilities are also impressive, with a great sports hall and a fantastic drama studio. *(Sep 2022)*
- **5/5** — Excellent Education for My Child: My child attended Westbourne Academy from Year 7 to Year 11, and I couldn't be happier with the education they received. The school's broad and balanced curriculum, combined with the opportunity to try new subjects and activities, really helped my child discover their passions and talents. The staff were always supportive and encouraging, and my child made some wonderful friends. *(Jun 2022)*
- **4/5** — Friendly but Some Improvement Needed: My child has settled in well to Westbourne Academy and enjoys attending the school. The staff are friendly and approachable, and the school's focus on cultural diversity is impressive. However, I do think that the school could do more to engage with parents and keep us informed about our child's progress. *(Mar 2022)*

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