The Westleigh School
URN: 146087 • Leigh WN7 5NL
Overview
- Name
- The Westleigh School
- URN
- 146087
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Carlton Bramwell (since 2022)
- Previous head
- Paul Lamoury
- Telephone
- 01942202580
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Westleigh Lane, Leigh WN7 5NL
Summary
The Westleigh School, located in Leigh, Wigan, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrollment of 957 students, against a capacity of 1,050. The school is dedicated to fostering a positive learning environment, emphasizing strong relationships between students, parents, and staff. The Executive Headteacher highlights the school's commitment to high academic standards and a culture of aspiration, encapsulated in the motto "Aspiring and Achieving Together."
The curriculum at The Westleigh School is designed to support student growth and achievement, with a focus on high-quality teaching. The school actively engages with the community, encouraging parental involvement and feedback to enhance the educational experience. With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (41.90%), the school is committed to providing equitable support and resources to all pupils.
Parents can find important information regarding admissions, policies, and upcoming events on the school's website. The Westleigh School aims to prepare students not only academically but also as responsible members of the community, equipping them with the skills and ambition to succeed in their future endeavors.
The curriculum at The Westleigh School is designed to support student growth and achievement, with a focus on high-quality teaching. The school actively engages with the community, encouraging parental involvement and feedback to enhance the educational experience. With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (41.90%), the school is committed to providing equitable support and resources to all pupils.
Parents can find important information regarding admissions, policies, and upcoming events on the school's website. The Westleigh School aims to prepare students not only academically but also as responsible members of the community, equipping them with the skills and ambition to succeed in their future endeavors.
Useful links
- SEND Policy (sen)
- Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (sen)
- Behaviour Policy (download)
- Remote Education Provision (download)
- Charging and remissions policies (download)
- Whistleblowing Policy (download)
- Key Information (other)
- Admissions Arrangements (other)
- Policies (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Bedford High School (59.1)
- Westleigh High School (37.4)
Key details
- LA
- Wigan
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1050
- Pupils
- 957
- Boys
- 482
- Girls
- 475
- FSM %
- 41.90
- Open date
- 2018-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lancashire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 957 | 482 | 475 | 1050 | 41.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 970 | 498 | 472 | 1050 | 43.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 862 | 414 | 448 | 1050 | 43.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 862 | 414 | 448 | 1050 | 43.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 893 | 446 | 447 | 1050 | 39.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 876 | 454 | 422 | 1050 | 33.00 |
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