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Westcliff High School for Boys Academy

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Westcliff High School for Boys Academy

Kenilworth Gardens, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 0BP

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Boys
Pupils
1,292
Ages
11-18
FSM
6.0%
Attainment 8
77.4
Ofsted
Outstanding
Nov 2023

This is a grammar school

Entry is by the 11+ exam, sat in September of Year 6

Selection
Selective grammar
Exam system
CSSE

Admits by the 11+ exam; many grammars also use distance or catchment as a tie-breaker once the pass mark is met.

Southend grammars use the CSSE test. Register directly with CSSE.

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11+ details as of 2026-05. Always confirm with the local authority or consortium.

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
77.4
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
75.4%
Basics 9-5
97.7%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
94.4%
EBacc APS
7.52
EBacc 9-5
84.7%
EBacc 9-4
91.5%
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A-Level Results (Post-16)

Key A-Level performance measures— 2024/25

APS per Entry
43.27
A*-A Grades
50.8%
A*-B Grades
77.7%
AAB+ %
42.3%

APS per Entry

National avgSelective avg

Grade Distribution (%)

A*-A% / A*-B% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

Based on 196 students entered

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What parents say and who teaches here

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About Westcliff High School for Boys Academy

Westcliff High School for Boys Academy is a secondary school in Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 77.4. The school has around 1,292 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Kenilworth Gardens, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 0BP | More schools in Southend-on-Sea

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Westcliff High School for Boys Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Nov 2023 — Outstanding
  2. Nov 2007 — Outstanding (predecessor: Westcliff High School for Boys)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Westcliff High School for Boys Academy

What is Westcliff High School for Boys Academy's Ofsted rating?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Westcliff High School for Boys Academy's latest exam results?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 77.4. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Westcliff High School for Boys Academy located?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy is a secondary school in Westcliff-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea (SS0 0BP).
How many pupils attend Westcliff High School for Boys Academy?
Westcliff High School for Boys Academy has around 1,292 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Westcliff High School for Boys Academy with other schools?
View Westcliff High School for Boys Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Southend-on-Sea.