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Westonbirt offers a broad curriculum with the ability to tailor subject options to individuals where possible. Class sizes are small and achievement is high with Westonbirt ranked in the top 5% for value added.

Results calculated by Durham University measure student progress against base line data for each child and find that the ‘value added’ to students at Westonbirt is within the top 5% of schools nationally – meaning that Westonbirt pupils achieve a grade higher than expectation at GCSE. We offer a broad range of GCSE options and in 2022 42% of students achieved top Grades 7-9 at GCSE.

There is a wide selection of qualifications in the Sixth Form, including A levels, BTECs, Leiths and the EPQ. In 2021, 48% of students gained A-A* grades at A level and BTEC. We aim to be as flexible as possible with subject choices; allowing students to build a bespoke programme of learning and 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.

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.

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 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

EnAct Programme

The EnAct programme extends our co-curricular offering, allowing us to offer more in-depth optional activities on Saturday mornings. These include a 21st Century Digital Skills course, the opportunity to play on our 9 hole golf course, academic support and extension sessions, creative arts and performance workshops and other activities. There are five categories of activity in this programme and pupils are encouraged to opt for a range of these, over the course of the year. These categories are:

• Service, Leadership and Community
• Academic Endeavour
• Culture and Creativity
• Enterprise and Engineering
• Challenge and Adventure

The EnAct Programme can be found here.

Results and Destinations

Tailored teaching, small classes and weekly sessions with our University Guidance Lead means that Westonbirt students are well supported to achieve their first-choice university. You can learn more about our exam results and university destination below.

Results and Destinations

Student Journal

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

Art, Music and Drama

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Sport

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Sixth Form

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Contact

Prep: +44 (0)1666 881400
Senior: +44 (0)1666 880333
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