The short version
Average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 40.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is nearly full at 92% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
40.6
3.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
35%
6.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
18%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.49
Band 4Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
96%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
95%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Based on 231 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 18 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
30% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 12 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 9 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 151 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,284
- Capacity
- 92%
- FSM
- 23.9%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Slough
- Trust
- THE WESTGATE SCHOOL
- Head
- Mr Jonathon Gargan (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Cippenham Lane, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 5AH
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmIslamic Shakhsiyah Foundation
Independent · 349m away
Eden Girls' School, Slough
Secondary · 633m away
Western House Academy
Primary · 838m away
Montem Academy
Primary · 1.0km away
Slough Centre Nursery School
Nursery · 1.2km away
Cippenham School
Primary · 1.3km away
Herschel Grammar School
Secondary · 1.3km away
Cippenham Nursery School
Nursery · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is The Westgate School a selective school?
No. The Westgate School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is The Westgate School's Ofsted rating?
The Westgate School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Westgate School?
The Westgate School currently has 1,284 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Westgate School take?
The Westgate School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Westgate School?
The Westgate School is in Slough, SL1 5AH, in the Slough local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Westgate School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Westgate School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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