The Westgate School
URN: 116407 • Winchester SO22 5AZ
Overview
- Name
- The Westgate School
- URN
- 116407
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- All-through
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 97.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Fae Dean (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01962854757
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cheriton Road, Winchester SO22 5AZ
Summary
The Westgate School is an all-through community school located in Winchester, Hampshire, accommodating 1,627 pupils with a capacity of 1,620. The school prides itself on its ethos of "learning together, achieving excellence," fostering a strong sense of belonging among students. The leadership and staff maintain high expectations, ensuring that all pupils receive tailored support to achieve exceptional academic outcomes.
The curriculum at The Westgate School is broad and challenging, with a strong emphasis on reading and personal development. The school offers a variety of extra-curricular activities, encouraging high participation rates across both primary and secondary phases. The 'Westgate Community Challenge' further engages students in skill development and community service.
Parents have reported positive experiences, highlighting effective communication regarding academic progress and GCSE preparation. The school is committed to safeguarding and well-being, creating a vibrant community where pupils are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally. For more information, visit their website at http://www.westgate.hants.sch.uk.
The curriculum at The Westgate School is broad and challenging, with a strong emphasis on reading and personal development. The school offers a variety of extra-curricular activities, encouraging high participation rates across both primary and secondary phases. The 'Westgate Community Challenge' further engages students in skill development and community service.
Parents have reported positive experiences, highlighting effective communication regarding academic progress and GCSE preparation. The school is committed to safeguarding and well-being, creating a vibrant community where pupils are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally. For more information, visit their website at http://www.westgate.hants.sch.uk.
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Nearby alternatives
- Alderwood School (55.4)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1627 | 852 | 775 | 1620 | 9.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1626 | 834 | 792 | 1620 | 8.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1621 | 814 | 807 | 1620 | 7.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1621 | 814 | 807 | 1620 | 7.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1623 | 823 | 800 | 1620 | 6.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1560 | 778 | 782 | 1620 | 5.50 |
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