Westwood Boys School
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Islam |
| Address | 121 Union Street Oldham OL1 1TE |
| Phone | 01614253599 |
| Reference Number | 147912 |
Westwood Boys School is performing well overall, with a rating of 'Good' for overall effectiveness, the quality of education, and leadership and management. The school's strengths lie in its outstanding behavior and attitudes, where pupils demonstrate exemplary conduct and a strong eagerness to learn. The supportive relationships between pupils and staff contribute to a positive learning environment, allowing students to thrive both academically and personally. This is the school's first standard inspection since its registration, and it has met the independent school standards necessary for continuation as a registered institution.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 36 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 100%
Girls: 0% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 100% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 28 Feb 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Feb 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 08 Dec 2021 | Pre-registration inspection |
| 13 Jul 2021 | Pre-registration inspection |
| Proposed to open |
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate exemplary behavior in lessons and around the school.
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils foster a positive learning environment.
- High aspirations for achievement are evident in leadership and teaching.
- Teachers possess strong subject knowledge and effectively address learning gaps.
- Pupils enjoy meaningful extra-curricular activities and contributions to the community.
- The school promotes well-planned personal development and mental health awareness.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum planning is less developed in a few subjects, affecting clarity on important knowledge.
- Leaders do not sufficiently identify the specific reading gaps for struggling readers.
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