The Westminster School

A good community special school school in Sandwell. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Westminster School.

Rowley Regis, B659AL Ofsted: Good Age 7-19 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
2 July 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Hawes Lane
Rowley Regis, B659AL
Phone
1215616884
Website
thewestminsterschool.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
132233
Type
Community special school
Phase
Special
Address
Hawes Lane, Rowley Regis, B65 9AL
Website
www.thewestminsterschool.co.uk
Age range
7-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
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
250
Free School Meals
55.3% (138 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
99.6% (249 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.9%
Good
Persistent Absence
27.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
10 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
19
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
250 pupils
7-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Safe, Happy and Learning Together."

Safe, Happy and Learning Together Building foundations and providing opportunities to create confident, aspirational and independent members of our community.

Facilities

State-of-the-art school building at Rowley Regis Co-located with St Michael’s C.E. High School

Admissions Criteria

The Westminster School caters for pupils with moderate learning difficulties plus additional needs for pupils aged 7-19 years; offers a broad and balanced curriculum; aims to meet individual needs; is committed to equal opportunities; pupils are expected to leave school with accredited qualifications; preparation for life is emphasised as pupils progress through the school.

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