Westcliff High School for Girls

URN: 115339 • Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 0BS

Overview

Name
Westcliff High School for Girls
URN
115339
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
70.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Paul Hayman (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Kenilworth Gardens, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 0BS

Summary

Westcliff High School for Girls (WHSG) is a foundation grammar school located in Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, with a capacity of 1,050 students. Established in 1920, the school has a long-standing tradition of academic excellence and aims to empower young women to become future leaders. WHSG fosters a supportive and diverse community, promoting core values of leadership, enrichment, scholarship, and kindness.

The curriculum at WHSG is designed to be broad and balanced, with a strong emphasis on the English Baccalaureate. It aims to challenge students intellectually while nurturing creativity and confidence in communication. Students benefit from high-quality teaching and a wide range of extracurricular activities, including arts, sports, and various clubs, which contribute to their overall development.

The school is part of the South East Essex Academy Trust, enhancing collaboration and support among schools. WHSG is known for its excellent pastoral care, ensuring student wellbeing is prioritized alongside academic achievement. Entry to the school is through selection tests, and the school has a strong track record of students progressing to top universities, including Oxford and Cambridge.

Key details

LA
Southend-on-Sea
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1050
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2011-02-28
Last Ofsted
2010-10-07
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1050
2024-09-11 1050
2023-09-11 1050
2022-09-11 1050
2021-09-11 1050
2020-09-11 1050

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