Westhaven School
URN: 109406 • Weston-super-Mare BS23 4UT
Overview
- Name
- Westhaven School
- URN
- 109406
- Type
- Foundation special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- W W Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 40.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jamie Peacock (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01934632171
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ellesmere Road, Weston-super-Mare BS23 4UT
Summary
Westhaven School is a foundation special school located in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, catering to learners aged 4-18 with complex barriers to their learning. With a current enrolment of 185 pupils, the school operates above its capacity of 154, reflecting its commitment to providing tailored educational support. The school promotes an inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to thrive.
The curriculum at Westhaven is diverse and designed to meet the individual needs of its students. It includes core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside a range of foundation subjects like Art, Music, and Physical Education. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, mental health, and well-being, integrating social skills and emotional regulation into daily learning.
Westhaven School is dedicated to fostering a supportive community for both students and their families. It offers various resources, including therapy services and parent support, to ensure that learners receive the assistance they need to succeed. The school’s ethos is rooted in promoting resilience and independence, preparing students for future opportunities.
The curriculum at Westhaven is diverse and designed to meet the individual needs of its students. It includes core subjects such as English, Mathematics, and Science, alongside a range of foundation subjects like Art, Music, and Physical Education. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development, mental health, and well-being, integrating social skills and emotional regulation into daily learning.
Westhaven School is dedicated to fostering a supportive community for both students and their families. It offers various resources, including therapy services and parent support, to ensure that learners receive the assistance they need to succeed. The school’s ethos is rooted in promoting resilience and independence, preparing students for future opportunities.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Consent for 1:1 therapy/counselling sessions (sen)
- Learner Absence Request (sen)
- SEN Support and Information (sen)
- School Calendar and Term Dates (calendar)
- EYFS Policy (download)
- EAL (download)
- Medical Issues (download)
- School Closures (download)
- Assessment (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Ashbrooke House School (61.6)
- Baytree School (56.8)
- Fairways Pupil Referral Unit (45.2)
- Inclusion Support Service (45.2)
- Lancaster House School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- North Somerset
- Age range
- 4 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- W W Trust
- Capacity
- 154
- Pupils
- 185
- Boys
- 119
- Girls
- 66
- FSM %
- 45.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Somerset
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 185 | 119 | 66 | 154 | 45.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 181 | 113 | 68 | 154 | 42.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 190 | 120 | 70 | 156 | 37.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 190 | 120 | 70 | 156 | 37.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 184 | 120 | 64 | 154 | 34.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 152 | 99 | 53 | 154 | 28.30 |
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