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The Westgate School

Cheriton Road, Winchester, SO22 5AZ

Community school · Ages 4–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Outstanding
Nov 2023

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

59.7school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
88.0%
Writing
80.0%
Maths
83.0%
RWM Combined
75.0%

Trend — Expected Standard % & Higher Standard %

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
59.7
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
45.3%
Basics 9-5
70.3%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

59.7

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2361.846.4
2023/2459.846.4
2024/2559.746.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23+0.890.00
2023/24+0.700.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
71.5%
EBacc APS
5.52
EBacc 9-5
37.2%
EBacc 9-4
50.2%
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Community & Reviews

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Location & Area

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Nearby secondary schools

Closest alternatives within 15 km.

Peter Symonds College
0.7 km away · Further education
Osborne School
0.93 km away · Community special school
Outstanding
Swanwick Lodge
0.94 km away · Secure units
Henry Beaufort School
1.43 km away · Community school
Good
Kings' School
1.53 km away · Community school
Good

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About The Westgate School

The Westgate School is a secondary school in Winchester, Hampshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2023 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 10 responses), 40% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 59.7. The school has around 1,627 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Cheriton Road, Winchester, SO22 5AZ | More schools in Hampshire

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Westgate School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2023 — Outstanding
  2. Sept 2022 — School remains Good (Improving) - S5 Next
  3. Dec 2016 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Westgate School

What is The Westgate School's Ofsted rating?
The Westgate School received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What do parents say about The Westgate School?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 10 responses): 40% of parents would recommend The Westgate School.
What are The Westgate School's latest exam results?
The Westgate School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 59.7. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is The Westgate School located?
The Westgate School is a secondary school in Winchester, Hampshire (SO22 5AZ).
How many pupils attend The Westgate School?
The Westgate School has around 1,627 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Westgate School with other schools?
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