Westcliff High School for Girls

About Westcliff High School for Girls

We are a successful academy grammar school with high aspirations for all our students and believe strongly that building students’ learning capacity has the power to transform lives. Discover More Exam Results Term Dates Policies Prospectus Curriculum

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Emma Matthews

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

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.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

78.9

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

76.9

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.90

Progress 8

Well above average

97.7%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

100.0%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

94.8% entered EBacc

90.7% achieved EBacc

172 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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Tom W Unconfirmed

Parent Oct 25, 2023

4.0

"Room for Improvement"

We've had a mixed experience at Westcliff High School for Girls. While my son is enjoying his subjects and the teachers are generally supportive, we've encountered some issues with communication and organisation. We hope the school will address these concerns to become an even better place to learn.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sara J Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2023

5.0

"A Great All-Rounder"

We're really happy with our experience at Westcliff High School for Girls so far. My daughter is enjoying her subjects, particularly EPQ, and the teachers are supportive and knowledgeable. The school's focus on personal development and wellbeing is also reassuring.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily P Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 10, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional School, Exceptional Teachers"

Westcliff High School for Girls has exceeded all our expectations. My daughter is thriving academically and personally, thanks to the school's emphasis on kindness, empathy, and scholarship. The facilities are impressive and well-maintained, with excellent resources for arts, sports, and extracurricular activities.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Kate M Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

4.0

"Excellent Academic Foundation"

I have nothing but praise for Westcliff High School for Girls. My daughter graduated from sixth form a few years ago and is now at university. The school provided her with an excellent academic foundation, as well as valuable life skills and friendships that have lasted.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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