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Academic

Westonbirt offers a broad curriculum with the ability to tailor subject options to individuals where possible. Class sizes are small and achievement is high.

We offer a broad range of GCSE options and in 2024, 31% GCSE grades achieved were at grades 9-7 and 75% of GCSE grades achieved were at grades 9-5.

There is a wide selection of qualifications in the Sixth Form, including A levels, BTECs, Leiths and the EPQ.  In 2024, 47% of grades achieved were at A-A* for A level and BTEC. We aim to be as flexible as possible with subject choices, allowing students to build a bespoke programme of learning. Over 90 % of students are accepted by their first-choice university, going on to study a variety of subjects including Medicine, Law, Architecture, Sports Science, Drama and more.  University destinations in 2024 include Bristol, Exeter, Durham, Nottingham and other Russell Group universities.

Pupils with additional needs are supported to achieve their potential through our dedicated Learning Support team and academic scholars benefit from extension activities, in addition to being stretched and challenged in lessons. Specific support is given to those intending to apply to Oxbridge, or for other specialist degrees such as Medicine.

Westonbirt is also proud to offer a strong EAL department (English as an additional language) and enjoy a vibrant international community. Specialist teachers in Learning Support and EAL provide a screening test on entry for all students and prescribe lessons according to the learning requirements of each individual. Learn more about our EAL and Learning Support provisions in our Parent and Guardian Handbook in the Information Section.

Westonbirt Senior School pupil working with honey bees

Co-Curricular Programme

The Co-Curricular programme is an integral part of life at Westonbirt. We encourage breadth of experience, as part of a Westonbirt education, and this is achieved through a uniquely broad and diverse range of clubs, societies and activities, encompassing sport, music, drama, creative arts, engineering, enterprise, debate, CCF, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, bee keeping and many other areas. Pupils are encouraged to build a programme which extends and enriches their academic programme, as part of our holistic approach to an all-round education.

 

The Co-Curricular Programme can be found here

Westonbirt School pupils playing netball

Saturday Morning Activities

On Saturday mornings, we run a range of activities for boarders, which day pupils are also able to opt into, via the portal. The day runs from 9am to 12pm, with a break from 10.15am to 10.45am. Activities run across a range of categories as follows:

• Training
• Cooking
• Creating
• Performing
• Exploring
• Studying

Westonbirt Senior School pupils celebrating exam results

Exam results and Destinations

Tailored teaching, subject specialists and small classes mean that Westonbirt students are well-supported to gain optimum exam results. For Sixth Formers, weekly sessions with our University Guidance Lead means that 90% are helped to achieve their first-choice university. You can learn more about our exam results and university destinations below.

Results and Destinations

Italian Gardens at Westonbirt School

Student Journal

You can enjoy our student journal, Pavo, written and created by pupils in conjunction with Head of English, Mrs Ambrose here