Westfield School

URN: 108542 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 4HS

Overview

Name
Westfield School
URN
108542
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
41.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Neil Walker (since 2025) , Headmaster
Telephone
01912553980
Website
Visit
Address
Oakfield Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 4HS

Summary

Westfield School is an independent day school located in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, catering primarily to girls, with a current enrolment of 189 pupils. Founded in 1960, the school emphasizes a holistic education that combines academic excellence with personal development, fostering a nurturing environment where students feel secure and valued. The school's ethos focuses on empowering pupils to become confident, independent thinkers ready to engage with the world.

The curriculum at Westfield is designed to be innovative and rigorous, tailored to meet the needs of each child. With small class sizes, students receive personalized attention that supports their individual strengths and learning styles. The school recently announced the inclusion of boys in its Junior House starting September 2025, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity while maintaining a single-sex environment for the Senior House.

Situated on a six-acre site, Westfield offers excellent facilities and a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and STEM clubs. The school aims to create a collaborative learning community that prepares students for future opportunities, encouraging them to work together and inspire one another.

Key details

LA
Newcastle upon Tyne
Age range
3 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
364
Pupils
189
Boys
0
Girls
189
FSM %
Open date
1957-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 189 0 189 364
2024-09-11 209 0 209 364
2023-09-11 201 0 201 364 0.00
2022-09-11 201 0 201 364 0.00
2021-09-11 190 0 190 364 0.00
2020-09-11 212 0 212 364 0.00

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