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Westlands School
Sittingbourne·South East·Academy
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Westlands School is a secondary academy in Sittingbourne, South East. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Westlands School has a Progress 8 score of -0.38 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 40.1, 58% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of D+.
The school has a teacher turnover rate of 12.9%, 27% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 10.7%.
After leaving Westlands School, student destinations include 40% going on to university and 10% entering apprenticeships.
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Westlands School has a Progress 8 score of -0.38, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 40.1. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
58% of students at Westlands School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Westlands School achieve an average A-Level grade of D+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Westlands School has an overall absence rate of 10.7%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Westlands School is 12.9%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
27% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Westlands School, 40% go on to university and 10% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Westlands School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in May 2024. Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Westlands School is next inspection expected around 2028.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Westlands School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
264/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
72/mo
27% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 7.9 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.8
Bus Stops
14
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.