Westfield Community Technology College
URN: 117532 • Watford WD18 6NS
Overview
- Name
- Westfield Community Technology College
- URN
- 117532
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Emma Aylesbury (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Tolpits Lane, Watford WD18 6NS
Summary
Westfield Community Technology College, located in Watford, Hertfordshire, is a mixed, non-selective secondary school with a capacity of 1,217 students. The school has maintained a "Good" rating from OFSTED since 2012, with its most recent inspection occurring in November 2024. Westfield Academy prides itself on fostering an inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to believe in their potential, strive for excellence, and achieve their goals.
The academy's ethos centres on good citizenship, commitment to learning, and self-improvement. It aims to empower students to develop independent study skills, social abilities, and a passion for learning. The curriculum is designed to equip students with the knowledge and resilience needed to contribute positively to society and navigate their future careers confidently.
Westfield Academy is known for its strong sense of community and high standards of pastoral care. The school encourages parental engagement and invites interested families to visit and experience the supportive atmosphere and dedicated staff that contribute to the positive educational experience at Westfield.
The academy's ethos centres on good citizenship, commitment to learning, and self-improvement. It aims to empower students to develop independent study skills, social abilities, and a passion for learning. The curriculum is designed to equip students with the knowledge and resilience needed to contribute positively to society and navigate their future careers confidently.
Westfield Academy is known for its strong sense of community and high standards of pastoral care. The school encourages parental engagement and invites interested families to visit and experience the supportive atmosphere and dedicated staff that contribute to the positive educational experience at Westfield.
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Nearby alternatives
- Watford Grammar School for Boys (80.4)
- Watford Grammar School for Girls (79.3)
- Saint Michael's Catholic High School (74.2)
- Parmiter's School (71.7)
- Watford Grammar School for Boys (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Hertfordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1217
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2013-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Hertfordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1217 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1217 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1217 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1217 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1217 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1217 |
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