Westcliff High School for Boys
URN: 115317 • Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 0BP
Overview
- Name
- Westcliff High School for Boys
- URN
- 115317
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Baker (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Kenilworth Gardens, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 0BP
Summary
Westcliff High School for Boys (WHSB) is a foundation secondary school located in Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, with a capacity of 1,069 boys. Established in 1920, the school has a rich tradition of academic excellence and community involvement. WHSB aims to provide a well-rounded education that fosters character development and intellectual growth within a supportive environment. The school emphasizes the importance of resilience and self-discovery, preparing students for future challenges.
The curriculum at WHSB is designed to challenge and engage students, with a strong focus on academic achievement. Recent performance data highlights impressive results, with a Progress 8 score of 0.91 and an Attainment 8 score of 78.1, placing the school among the top 20% nationally. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, enhancing the overall educational experience and promoting personal development.
WHSB actively encourages local community involvement, with many students being the first in their families to attend the school. The school’s ethos is built on tradition and a commitment to nurturing individuality, enabling students to reach their full potential while fostering a sense of belonging and pride in their heritage.
The curriculum at WHSB is designed to challenge and engage students, with a strong focus on academic achievement. Recent performance data highlights impressive results, with a Progress 8 score of 0.91 and an Attainment 8 score of 78.1, placing the school among the top 20% nationally. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, enhancing the overall educational experience and promoting personal development.
WHSB actively encourages local community involvement, with many students being the first in their families to attend the school. The school’s ethos is built on tradition and a commitment to nurturing individuality, enabling students to reach their full potential while fostering a sense of belonging and pride in their heritage.
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Nearby alternatives
- Westcliff High School for Boys Academy (79.1)
- Westcliff High School for Girls (75.6)
- Westcliff High School for Girls (70.2)
- St Thomas More High School (65.5)
- St Bernard's High School (62.1)
Key details
- LA
- Southend-on-Sea
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1069
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2010-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2007-11-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1069 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1069 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1069 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1069 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1069 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1069 |
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