West Gate School

A good foundation special school school in Leicester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for West Gate School.

Leicester, LE36DG Ofsted: Good Age 4-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

75

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Good

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
22 June 2021
Previous grade
Inadequate
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Glenfield Road
Leicester, LE36DG
Phone
1162552187
Website
westgate.leicester.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
131099
Type
Foundation special school
Phase
Special
Address
Glenfield Road, Leicester, LE3 6DG
Website
www.westgate.leicester.sch.uk
Age range
4-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
The WELL (Wellbeing, Enterprise, Leadership and Learning) Trust
Capacity
200 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
202
Free School Meals
45.5% (92 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (202 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
24.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
6 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
13
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
202 pupils
4-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Diversity Equity Inclusion

Head Teacher's Message

West Gate School aims to create a safe, fun, and supportive environment that inspires everyone to learn and develop.

Facilities

Warm water therapy pool Safe bounce space Sensory room Soft play area D and T room Forest school area Allotment Spacious outdoor grounds School dog Toast

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Admissions Criteria

All pupils who attend West Gate School have an EHCP. The local authority decides whether a special school placement is appropriate. West Gate admits pupils with a wide range of needs, with the majority having severe learning difficulties and autism, along with other needs such as speech and language, communication and interaction difficulties. A transition period is used, and visits may be arranged. The local authority and school determine suitability, and further information about admissions can be obtained via the school office.

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