St Bernard's High School and Arts College
URN: 115381 • Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 7JS
Overview
- Name
- St Bernard's High School and Arts College
- URN
- 115381
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Girls
- Religious
- Roman Catholic
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Patricia Barron (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Milton Road, Westcliff-on-Sea SS0 7JS
Summary
St Bernard's High School and Arts College is a voluntary aided secondary school for girls located in Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea. Established in 1910 by the Bernardine Sisters, the school is deeply rooted in Catholic values and emphasizes a mission of respect, service, and justice. The ethos of the school encourages a nurturing environment where faith and learning coexist, aiming to foster both academic success and personal growth.
The curriculum at St Bernard's is designed to be rich and creative, inspiring curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. The school sets high expectations for its students, providing a supportive atmosphere that challenges them to excel academically while developing strong values and resilience. A dedicated staff works closely with families to ensure that each student can discover and develop their unique talents.
St Bernard's also boasts a vibrant community, where strong relationships between staff, students, and families contribute to a positive school culture. The school encourages participation in various extracurricular activities, fostering a sense of belonging and continuity that has been a hallmark of its history for generations.
The curriculum at St Bernard's is designed to be rich and creative, inspiring curiosity and a lifelong love of learning. The school sets high expectations for its students, providing a supportive atmosphere that challenges them to excel academically while developing strong values and resilience. A dedicated staff works closely with families to ensure that each student can discover and develop their unique talents.
St Bernard's also boasts a vibrant community, where strong relationships between staff, students, and families contribute to a positive school culture. The school encourages participation in various extracurricular activities, fostering a sense of belonging and continuity that has been a hallmark of its history for generations.
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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 Boys (70.2)
- Westcliff High School for Girls (70.2)
- St Thomas More High School (65.5)
Key details
- LA
- Southend-on-Sea
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 832
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2011-08-16
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Essex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 832 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 832 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 832 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 832 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 832 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 832 |
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