Westcliff High School for Boys Academy
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy is a secondary located in Southend-on-Sea, SS0 0BP. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Outstanding. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,281 pupils on roll.
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy is a boys school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Boys
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Southend-on-Sea
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1300
Number of Pupils: 1281
Number of Boys: 1216
Number of Girls: 65
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 5.9
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-02
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Outstanding
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes: Outstanding
Personal Development: Outstanding
Leadership & Management: Outstanding
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Outstanding
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-01-15
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Skelly
Phone: 01702475443
Website: http://www.whsb.essex.sch.uk
Location: Kenilworth Gardens
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Westcliff High School for Boys Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Westcliff High School for Boys Academy?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy has been rated Outstanding by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Westcliff High School for Boys Academy admit?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Westcliff High School for Boys Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy is a boys school.
What type of school is Westcliff High School for Boys Academy?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Westcliff High School for Boys Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Westcliff High School for Boys Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Westcliff High School for Boys Academy?
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