The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 77.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- This is a boys-only school
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
77.6
33.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
98%
55.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
94%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.19
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
98%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
98%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 180 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 6 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
4% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 20 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 94 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Boys
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,292
- Capacity
- 99%
- FSM
- 6%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Southend-on-Sea
- Trust
- WESTCLIFF HIGH SCHOOL FOR BOYS LIMITED
- Head
- Mr Michael Skelly (Headmaster)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Kenilworth Gardens, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 0BP
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWestcliff High School for Girls
Secondary · Very close
St Thomas More High School
Secondary · Very close
Darlinghurst Academy
Primary · 369m away
Darlinghurst Primary and Nursery School
Primary · 369m away
Blenheim Primary School
Primary · 689m away
Chalkwell Hall Infant School
Primary · 733m away
Chalkwell Hall Junior School
Primary · 733m away
The St Christopher School
Special school · 838m away
Questions parents ask
Is Westcliff High School for Boys Academy a selective school?
Yes. Westcliff High School for Boys Academy has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Westcliff High School for Boys Academy's Ofsted rating?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in November 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Westcliff High School for Boys Academy?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy currently has 1,292 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Westcliff High School for Boys Academy take?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Westcliff High School for Boys Academy?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy is in Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 0BP, in the Southend-on-Sea local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Westcliff High School for Boys Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Westcliff High School for Boys Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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