West Heath School
West Heath School is an independent special school in Sevenoaks for pupils aged 9 to 20. It has 132 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for West Heath School is Good, from an inspection in October 2025. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 14.3, and 13% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: October 2025. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 9-20 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | West Heath School Ashgrove Road Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1SR |
| Phone | 01732460553 |
| Reference Number | 131611 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 132 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 59.85%
Girls: 40.15% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
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West Heath School has recently undergone an inspection to assess its readiness for material changes to its provision, which includes lowering the age range of pupils. The school has shown strong performance in delivering a quality education tailored to the needs of students with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The previous standard inspection had rated the quality of education as good, and the current inspection indicates that the school is likely to meet all relevant independent school standards if the proposed changes are implemented. West Heath School places particular emphasis on a supportive learning environment, prioritizing the welfare and personal development of its students.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 17 Sep 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 17 Sep 2025 | Additional inspection |
| 01 Apr 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 May 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 10 May 2022 | Education and residential inspection summary |
| 19 Nov 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 Mar 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Dec 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 06 Jul 2010 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 Nov 2007 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong personalized PSHEE programme promoting self-confidence and resilience.
- Wide range of educational and personal development experiences offered to students.
- Well-established safety and safeguarding culture with diligent staff oversight.
- Experienced leadership with a clear vision for the school's future growth.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 14.3 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 13.3% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 6.7% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at West Heath School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
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Amherst School
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Chevening, St Botolph's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
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Sundridge and Brasted Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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2.9 miles |
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Seal Church of England Primary School
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Dunton Green Primary School
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Otford Primary School
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3.98 miles |
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Russell House School
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4.05 miles |
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The New Beacon School
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0.66 miles |
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Sevenoaks School
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0.82 miles |
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Walthamstow Hall
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Knole Academy
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Trinity School
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2.48 miles |
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Hilden Park
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3.22 miles |
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Radnor House Sevenoaks
|
3.36 miles |
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Sackville School
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What is West Heath School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for West Heath School is Good, from an inspection in October 2025.
When was West Heath School last inspected by Ofsted?
West Heath School was last inspected in October 2025.
How many pupils does West Heath School have?
West Heath School has 132 pupils on roll.
What age range does West Heath School cover?
West Heath School for pupils aged 9 to 20.
What are West Heath School's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 14.3, and 13% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is West Heath School?
West Heath School is at West Heath School, Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1SR.