Westlands School
URN: 136286 • Sittingbourne ME10 1PF
Overview
- Name
- Westlands School
- URN
- 136286
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 63.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Christina Honess (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01795477475
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Westlands Avenue, Sittingbourne ME10 1PF
Summary
Westlands School is a mixed secondary academy located in Sittingbourne, Kent, with a current enrolment of 1,746 pupils and a capacity of 1,604. The school has a strong academic focus, offering a dedicated Grammar Stream for high-achieving students, and consistently demonstrates excellent Progress 8 scores, indicating that all students make significant progress regardless of their starting points. The curriculum is designed to cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring that every student can succeed.
The school prides itself on its inclusive and nurturing environment, supported by a robust pastoral system. Each student is part of a dedicated Year Group Team, fostering strong connections within the community and providing a safe space for students to share concerns. Westlands School promotes its RADAR values—Respect, Achievement, Diversity, Aspiration, and Resilience—which underpin the school's ethos and encourage positive behaviour and a culture of kindness.
With over 75 years of history, Westlands School is committed to preparing students for future success through a blend of academic excellence and hands-on experiences. The school’s facilities include modern developments, such as a new Maths block and an on-site school farm, enhancing the learning experience for all pupils.
The school prides itself on its inclusive and nurturing environment, supported by a robust pastoral system. Each student is part of a dedicated Year Group Team, fostering strong connections within the community and providing a safe space for students to share concerns. Westlands School promotes its RADAR values—Respect, Achievement, Diversity, Aspiration, and Resilience—which underpin the school's ethos and encourage positive behaviour and a culture of kindness.
With over 75 years of history, Westlands School is committed to preparing students for future success through a blend of academic excellence and hands-on experiences. The school’s facilities include modern developments, such as a new Maths block and an on-site school farm, enhancing the learning experience for all pupils.
Useful links
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- Governors Area (governance)
- 17 December 2024A Night at the ArtsWestlands School drama, dance and music departments are excited to present this year’s ‘A Night at the Arts’ on Tuesday 17th and Wednesday 18th December. Tickets are £6 for adults and £4 (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Highsted Grammar School (70.2)
- Borden Grammar School (64.4)
- Highsted Grammar School (63.6)
- The Sittingbourne School (59.9)
- Fulston Manor School (53.3)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- SWALE ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1604
- Pupils
- 1746
- Boys
- 911
- Girls
- 835
- FSM %
- 28.20
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-15
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1746 | 911 | 835 | 1604 | 28.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1774 | 938 | 836 | 1604 | 26.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1789 | 959 | 830 | 1604 | 21.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1789 | 959 | 830 | 1604 | 21.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1728 | 921 | 807 | 1604 | 17.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1648 | 887 | 761 | 1604 | 14.10 |
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