Westbourne School

About Westbourne School

A truly unique provision which blends academic, vocational learning alongside the holistic development of everyone, focusing on their personal, social and emotional development and wellbeing.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Krissy Higginson

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

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

4.5

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.

3.7

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

0.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

4.3%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

0.0% entered EBacc

0.0% achieved EBacc

23 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 4

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Sarah L Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 25, 2023

4.0

"Room for Improvement in Communication"

We've had a mixed experience at Westbourne School. While the facilities are lovely and the staff are generally supportive, we've struggled with communication at times and feel that more regular updates would be helpful.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Outstanding School and Staff"

I have been incredibly impressed with the support and progress my child has made at Westbourne School. The staff are always available to chat and the facilities are excellent. I couldn't recommend this school enough!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Jamie B Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2022

5.0

"Unconditional Positive Regard is Real!"

My child has really found their place at Westbourne School. The emphasis on Unconditional Positive Regard has been amazing to witness - they feel supported and valued, and their confidence has grown significantly.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Kirsty M Unconfirmed

Parent Aug 20, 2021

4.0

"Thoroughly Recommended"

I have nothing but praise for Westbourne School. My child thrived during their time there and I was consistently impressed with the school's commitment to sustainability and their focus on the individual needs of each child.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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