Westlands First School
| Type | Primary / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-9 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Farmers Way Westlands Droitwich Worcestershire WR9 9EQ |
| Reference Number | 116671 |
Westlands First School has been rated as 'Good' in the recent Ofsted inspection, reflecting significant improvements since its last inspection when it was deemed to require improvement. The school excels in creating a happy and safe environment where pupils are well-behaved and eager to learn. Strong leadership and management contribute to the consistent quality of education, and the focus on reading has notably raised standards, with achievements in phonics screening well above the national average. The community actively contributes to the positive atmosphere of the school, with parents expressing pride in the institution's approach to education and wellbeing.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 222 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50%
Girls: 50% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 52.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 11.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.2 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 18 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 24.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 | 15 | 29 |
| 2 | 20 | 23 | 43 |
| 3 | 24 | 22 | 46 |
| 4 | 26 | 25 | 51 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 84.2% |
| White, Other | 5.4% |
| Indian | 3.6% |
| African | 1.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.9% |
| White & Asian | 0.9% |
| Asian, Other | 0.9% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 28 Jan 2020 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Feb 2025 | School inspection |
| 28 Jan 2020 | School inspection: |
| 15 Nov 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Feb 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Feb 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 14 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Feb 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Jan 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jan 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are happy, polite, and eager to learn.
- The school's focus on improving reading has a positive impact.
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils foster a respectful environment.
- Leaders coordinate effectively to support pupils with special educational needs.
Areas for Improvement
- The curriculum is not sufficiently well planned and sequenced in all subjects.
- High-attaining pupils are sometimes given work that is too easy.
2025 Admissions
| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 3 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 6 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
|
Westacre Middle School
Ombersley Way, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0AA |
0.73 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Close, Ombersley Way, St. Joseph's Close, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0RY |
0.81 miles |
|
Chawson First School
Wych Road, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 8BW |
1.12 miles |
|
Witton Middle School
Old Coach Road, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, WR9 8BD |
1.12 miles |
|
St Peter's Droitwich CofE Academy
Church Lane, The Holloway, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, WR9 7AN |
1.41 miles |
|
Wychbold First and Nursery School
School Road, Wychbold, School Road, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 7PU |
2.39 miles |
|
Ombersley Endowed First School
School Bank, Ombersley, Worcestershire, WR9 0DR |
2.47 miles |
|
Cutnall Green CofE Primary School
School Lane, Cutnall Green, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0PH |
2.73 miles |
|
Sytchampton Endowed Primary School
Sytchampton, Stourport-on-Severn, Worcestershire, DY13 9SX |
2.86 miles |
|
Hindlip CofE First School
Droitwich Road, Fernhill Heath, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR3 8RJ |
3.25 miles |
|
Claines CofE Primary School
School Bank, Claines, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR3 7RW |
3.83 miles |
|
Grimley and Holt CofE Primary School
Grimley, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR2 6LU |
3.9 miles |
|
Stoke Prior First School
Ryefields Road, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 4ND |
3.97 miles |
|
Tibberton CofE First School
Plough Road, Worcester, Tibberton Ce First School, Worcestershire, WR9 7NL |
4.12 miles |
|
Hanbury CofE First School
School Road, Hanbury, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B60 4BS |
4.15 miles |
|
Cranham Primary School
Tetbury Drive, Warndon, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR4 9LS |
4.39 miles |
|
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Chedworth Drive, Warndon, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR4 9PG |
4.52 miles |
|
North Worcester Primary School
John Comyn Drive, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR3 7NS |
4.62 miles |
|
Oasis Academy Warndon
Edgeworth Close, Warndon, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR4 9PE |
4.63 miles |
|
Tudor Grange Primary Academy Perdiswell
Bilford Road, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR3 8QA |
4.82 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Droitwich Spa High School and Sixth Form Centre
Briar Mill, C/O Droitwich Spa High School, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, WR9 0AA |
0.62 miles |
|
RGS Dodderhill
Dodderhill Road, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, WR9 0BE |
0.92 miles |
|
Gloverspiece School
Gloverspiece Minifarm, Ladywood, Droitwich, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0AJ |
2.23 miles |
|
The River School
Oakfield House, Droitwich Road, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR3 7ST |
3.93 miles |
|
Tudor Grange Academy Worcester
Bilford Road, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR3 8HN |
4.69 miles |
|
Regency High School
Carnforth Drive, Warndon, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR4 9JL |
4.8 miles |
|
Cambian New Elizabethan School
Quarry Bank, Hartlebury, DY11 7TE |
4.97 miles |