Westborough High School
URN: 107775 • Dewsbury WF13 2JE
Overview
- Name
- Westborough High School
- URN
- 107775
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- The Dewsbury Learning Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jennifer Cass (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01924469549
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Stockhill Street, Dewsbury WF13 2JE
Summary
Westborough High School, located in Dewsbury, Kirklees, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a current enrollment of 919 pupils and a capacity of 900. The school prides itself on its ethos of "Together We Succeed," fostering a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to achieve their academic potential while developing as informed citizens. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum, including a robust history program that spans over a thousand years of British and world history, equipping students with critical analytical skills and a deep understanding of societal developments.
The school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and well-being, ensuring a safe environment for all students. Westborough High School promotes a culture of vigilance and has a dedicated safeguarding team, led by the Senior Deputy Head, to address any concerns and support students effectively. The school also actively engages with the local community, providing enrichment opportunities and resources to enhance students' learning experiences.
In addition to its academic offerings, Westborough High School recently launched a literary newspaper, 'Chapter & Verse,' and hosts various extracurricular activities, including themed events like Roald Dahl Day. This commitment to a well-rounded education helps students develop both academically and socially, preparing them for future challenges.
The school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding and well-being, ensuring a safe environment for all students. Westborough High School promotes a culture of vigilance and has a dedicated safeguarding team, led by the Senior Deputy Head, to address any concerns and support students effectively. The school also actively engages with the local community, providing enrichment opportunities and resources to enhance students' learning experiences.
In addition to its academic offerings, Westborough High School recently launched a literary newspaper, 'Chapter & Verse,' and hosts various extracurricular activities, including themed events like Roald Dahl Day. This commitment to a well-rounded education helps students develop both academically and socially, preparing them for future challenges.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND Information Report (sen)
- Home School Agreement (download)
- Chapter & Verse (download)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Art and Design (other)
- Curriculum (other)
- Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Thornhill Community Academy, A Share Academy (57.5)
- Manor Croft Academy (52.9)
- Thornhill Community Academy (49.8)
- Birkdale High School (45.2)
- Earlsheaton Technology College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Kirklees
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- The Dewsbury Learning Trust
- Capacity
- 900
- Pupils
- 919
- Boys
- 527
- Girls
- 392
- FSM %
- 46.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 919 | 527 | 392 | 900 | 46.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 927 | 526 | 401 | 900 | 44.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 927 | 507 | 420 | 900 | 43.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 927 | 507 | 420 | 900 | 43.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 924 | 498 | 426 | 900 | 42.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 918 | 492 | 426 | 900 | 42.90 |
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