The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 75.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
- This is a girls-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
75.6
31.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
97%
55.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
92%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.22
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 184 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 7 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
6% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 23 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 17 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 78 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,342
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 8.5%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Southend-on-Sea
- Trust
- SOUTH EAST ESSEX ACADEMY TRUST
- Head
- Miss Emma Matthews (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Location
Kenilworth Gardens, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 0BS
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmWestcliff High School for Boys Academy
Secondary · Very close
St Thomas More High School
Secondary · 305m away
Darlinghurst Academy
Primary · 314m away
Darlinghurst Primary and Nursery School
Primary · 314m away
Blenheim Primary School
Primary · 624m away
Chalkwell Hall Infant School
Primary · 766m away
Chalkwell Hall Junior School
Primary · 766m away
The St Christopher School
Special school · 788m away
Questions parents ask
Is Westcliff High School for Girls a selective school?
Yes. Westcliff High School for Girls 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 Girls's Ofsted rating?
Westcliff High School for Girls was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in February 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Westcliff High School for Girls?
Westcliff High School for Girls currently has 1,342 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Westcliff High School for Girls take?
Westcliff High School for Girls caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Westcliff High School for Girls?
Westcliff High School for Girls is in Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 0BS, 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 Girls have a sixth form?
Yes, Westcliff High School for Girls has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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