Westfield School

About Westfield School

Westfield School is a small maintained Special School for students with severe and complex learning difficulties within the age range 2 – 19 years. We are a family led ethos where pupils flourish. We are proud to uphold the school values of ‘Respect, Resilience, Reflection and Empathy’.

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Key Facts

Students 74

Head/Principal Nicki Gilbert

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

3.7

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

Additional Information

6 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Helen W Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 20, 2023

5.0

"Amazing Transition for Our Child"

We were a bit nervous about our child transitioning to Westfield School, but they've been amazing in supporting her through the process. The staff are so caring and the values they teach are fantastic. We're so grateful for the experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily G Unconfirmed

Parent Dec 9, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School Experience"

We've been so happy with Westfield School. My child has thrived in the loving and inclusive environment, and the staff have been amazing in supporting her needs. The facilities are great and the values they teach are wonderful.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rupert T Unconfirmed

Parent Oct 15, 2021

4.0

"Good but some areas for improvement"

We've been with Westfield School for a few years now and overall, it's been a positive experience. The teachers are supportive and the curriculum is engaging. However, we've had some issues with communication and the playground can get a bit chaotic at times.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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