Westbourne School

Independent

National rank

84

n/a

Rank last year

89.5%

A-level

A-level

A*-B

71.1%

GCSE

GCSE

A*/A/9/8/7

Need to know

Head teacher

Paul Forsythe

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

192 (2-18)

Head teacher

Paul Forsythe

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

192 (2-18)

Head teacher

Paul Forsythe

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

192 (2-18)

UK day fees per term*

£5,718-£6,216 (11-18)

UK boarding fees per term*

£13,150-£15,763 (11-18)

*Fee correct as of November 21, 2024
Our methodology
Results

A-level 2024 rank: 64

Grade

%

A*

22.8

A

36.8

B

29.8

A*/A

59.6

A*-B

89.5

GCSE 2024 rank: 122

Grade

%

A*/9/8

45.2

A/7

25.9

A*/A/9/8/7

71.1

International baccalaureate 2024 rank: 17=

Grade

%

Higher Level 7

22.8

Higher Level 6

36.8

Higher Level 5

29.8

Higher Level 7 and 6

59.6

Higher Level 7, 6 and 5

89.4

Diploma pass

100

Average IB points

37

What the school inspection says

Date of report
2018
Verdict
Excellent
“The school describes its principal aim as ‘Academic excellence in a global society; with progress for all.’ The standards achieved by pupils at Westbourne School are extremely high and pupils with English as an additional language make particularly good progress ... Pupils are well-motivated, enthusiastic learners who engage eagerly with the wide range of opportunities the school provides ... Pupils feel that the school values their contributions and provides a safe environment where ‘you can be unique’. Where teaching is most effective, teachers ensure that their lessons inspire all pupils and encourage them to think and to explore ideas for themselves. Staff know the pupils well and respond expertly to their social and emotional needs.”
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About the school

  • Nearly three quarters of Westbourne’s students are British, mainly from the local Cardiff and Penarth area, and the rest come from more than 30 countries. This helps to foster  a vibrant, global community that lies at the heart of Westbourne.
  • As a champion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma programme, which requires a broader range of subjects than A-levels, this co-ed school for pupils aged 3-18 year encourages them to lead, innovate and excel.
  • Westbourne encourages students to pursue Stem and business careers and to harness the networking benefits of the school’s global alumni network.
  • The school has four sites in coastal Penarth. They include a dedicated IB hub for sixth-formers and a separate boarding house a short walk from the sea.
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