Westside School

URN: 140201 • London W6 0LT

Overview

Name
Westside School
URN
140201
Type
Free schools alternative provision
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
WESTSIDE ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
53.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Pani Matsangos (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02075040512
Website
Visit
Address
8-30 Galena Road, London W6 0LT

Summary

Westside School is a mixed free school alternative provision located in Hammersmith and Fulham, London. With a current enrolment of 11 pupils and a capacity of 60, the school primarily supports students who have faced permanent exclusion, often due to persistent disruptive behaviour. The school’s ethos centres on Growth, Resilience, Empowerment, Achievement, and Transformation, aiming to provide a nurturing environment that addresses the social, emotional, and mental health needs of its students.

The curriculum at Westside is designed to help students regain confidence and achieve academic success, with a focus on personal development and well-being. The school prides itself on maintaining high expectations while offering consistent support, which is crucial for fostering a positive learning atmosphere. Recent testimonials from students and parents highlight the transformative impact of the school on individual achievements and overall confidence.

Westside School actively engages with the local community, providing resources such as affordable meals and holiday activity clubs for families. The school’s commitment to inclusivity and understanding of students' backgrounds plays a vital role in helping them thrive academically and socially. For more information, visit their website at www.westsideschool.org.uk.

Key details

LA
Hammersmith and Fulham
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
WESTSIDE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
60
Pupils
11
Boys
10
Girls
1
FSM %
55.60
Open date
2013-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-10-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
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Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 11 10 1 60 55.60
2024-09-11 19 16 3 60 47.40
2023-09-11 1 1 0 60 0.00
2022-09-11 1 1 0 60 0.00
2021-09-11 1 1 60
2020-09-11 60

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