Westfield Academy

URN: 140049 • Watford WD18 6NS

Overview

Name
Westfield Academy
URN
140049
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WESTFIELD ACADEMY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tim Body (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01923231560
Website
Visit
Address
Tolpits Lane, Watford WD18 6NS

Summary

Westfield Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Watford, Hertfordshire, with a current enrolment of 1,335 students and a capacity of 1,600. As an academy converter, it has maintained a "Good" rating from OFSTED since 2012, with the latest inspection occurring in November 2024. The school prides itself on being inclusive, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds and promoting a culture of respect and support among pupils and staff.

The academy's ethos is encapsulated in its motto: "Believe | Strive | Achieve." Westfield aims to empower students to develop independent learning skills, social abilities, and resilience, preparing them for future challenges. The curriculum is designed to foster a love of learning and equip students with the qualifications and skills necessary for their personal and professional lives.

Westfield Academy is known for its strong sense of community and high standards of pastoral care. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for visits to experience its welcoming environment firsthand. Admissions are managed through Hertfordshire County Council, and the school is currently full in all year groups.

Key details

LA
Hertfordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
WESTFIELD ACADEMY
Capacity
1600
Pupils
1335
Boys
696
Girls
639
FSM %
26.30
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-12-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Hertfordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1335 696 639 1600 26.30
2024-09-11 1341 695 646 1600 23.90
2023-09-11 1205 632 573 1600 21.30
2022-09-11 1205 632 573 1600 21.30
2021-09-11 1106 583 523 1217 19.20
2020-09-11 1079 566 513 1217 16.30

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