Westfield Academy

A not judged academy converter school in Hertfordshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Westfield Academy.

Watford, WD186NS Ofsted: Not Judged Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

50

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
53.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.03
English & Maths grade 4+ %
50.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 53.1%
Continue in education or training
50.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 57.0%
Sustained employment
47.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 22.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Not Judged

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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

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
5 November 2024
Previous grade
Good
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
Tolpits Lane
Watford, WD186NS
Phone
1923231560
Website
westfield.herts.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140049
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Tolpits Lane, Watford, WD18 6NS
Website
www.westfield.herts.sch.uk
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
WESTFIELD ACADEMY
Capacity
1,600 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
1,341
Free School Meals
25.2% (338 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.9% (25 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.9%
Good
Persistent Absence
29.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
57.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
22.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
5.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
11.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
51%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
63 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
5.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
84 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
168
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,341 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Psychology (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(8 students)
Sports Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★★ ★★
(11 students)
History (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(18 students)
Sociology (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(19 students)
Economics (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(7 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Believe | Strive | Achieve"

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Tim Body highlights Westfield Academy as over-subscribed, high-performing and non-selective, with a consistent OFSTED rating of Good since 2012 and a recent OFSTED inspection in November 2024. Emphasis on an inclusive, calm learning environment and the motto Believe | Strive | Achieve.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Football Basketball

Facilities

Modern school building with state of the art facilities Two canteens – one in the main hall and one downstairs Separate 6th Form canteen

Curriculum Highlights

KS3 model built over three years with focus on literacy and numeracy KS4 model built over two years with breadth of GCSEs and vocational options English Baccalaureate pathway emphasized Broad, inclusive curriculum with both academic and vocational routes Westfield Way pedagogy prioritising knowledge recall, consolidation and independent study PSHE and careers education integrated into curriculum Progress 8 outcomes reported positively over time

Wraparound Care

Premises team operates the opening and closing of the Academy site on weekdays. During term-time, the Academy is open from 7am to 7pm. During term breaks and holidays, the Academy will be open from 8am to 4pm.

SEND Provision

SEND provision includes high-quality teaching and personalised support. Most SEND needs are met within the classroom through Quality First Teaching. The SENCo leads the SEND provision, with additional 1:1 or small group support, involvement of external agencies when required, and access arrangements for exams. A graduated Assess-Plan-Do-Review approach is used, and a range of interventions and supports are available (e.g., counselling, SALT referrals, ICT provisions, etc.).

Admissions Criteria

Westfield Academy is non-selective. No entrance prerequisites are set. Admissions are processed via Hertfordshire County Council guidelines. The school is oversubscribed (PAN 240; intake extended to 270).

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