The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 54.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- This is a Islam school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
54.1
10.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
55%
13.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
47%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
0% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 2–19
- Intake
- Girls
- Character
- Islam
Numbers
- Pupils
- 342
- Capacity
- 95%
Governance
- Local authority
- Oldham
- Head
- Mrs Khadija Khan (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Kelsall Street, Oldham, Greater Manchester, OL9 6HR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmDarul Hadis Latifiah Northwest
Independent · 471m away
St Thomas CofE Primary School
Primary · 734m away
Freehold Community Academy
Primary · 793m away
Werneth Primary School
Primary · 1.0km away
Belford College Limited
Special school · 1.2km away
Coppice Primary Academy
Primary · 1.2km away
Hulme Grammar School
Independent · 1.3km away
Broadfield Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
What is Westwood High's Ofsted rating?
Westwood High was rated Good at its most recent inspection in October 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Westwood High?
Westwood High currently has 342 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Westwood High take?
Westwood High caters for pupils aged 2 to 19.
Where is Westwood High?
Westwood High is in Oldham, OL9 6HR, in the Oldham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Westwood High have a sixth form?
Yes, Westwood High has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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