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West Kirby Primary School

Wirral, Wirral - CH48 5EQ

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“The EYFS (F1 & F2) at West Kirby Primary School ensures that every child feels valued, happy and safe. Play and learning is effectively combined to ensure high expectations for all and to allow children to consolidate, explore, problem solve and work together.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

West Kirby St Bridget's CofE Primary School

Wirral, Wirral - CH48 3JT

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Inspiring, nurturing and educating our children to serve God by reaching their full potential, serving our local community and by looking after our environment as global citizens of today and tomorrow.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judged

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Quality of education: Outstanding

West Lakes Academy

Egremont, Cumberland - CA22 2DQ

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“West Lakes Academy is committed to the creation of a fully inclusive, aspirational, high achieving Centre of Excellence, firmly rooted in the local community.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: InadequateCategory of concern

West Lancashire Community High School

Skelmersdale, Lancashire - WN8 8EH

“We are committed to ensuring that West Lancashire Community High School provides the highest quality education that prepares each individual student for the next stage in their lives.”

Not applicableEstablishedOfsted: Good

West Lane Primary School

Blaydon-on-Tyne, Gateshead - NE21 6PH

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At West Lane, we want all children to achieve to the best of their ability and our staff have high expectations for all. We provide an engaging and exciting curriculum which meets every child’s needs, encouraging inclusivity and individual needs.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted report cardExpected ×7Expected in 7 areas

West Lea School

London, Enfield - N9 9TU

“As part of this, West Lea is proud to be a member of The Enterprise Cooperative Trust (ECT) – a partnership of likeminded schools, charities, community groups and businesses, providing a holistic education which goes beyond academic achievement.”

Not applicableEstablishedOfsted: Outstanding

West Leigh Infant School

Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea - SS9 2JB

Reception - Year 2 (ages 4-7)

“School Pupils’ Aims • West Leigh Infant School aims to provide a safe environment where learning inspires and nurtures creativity. • We foster positive relationships and celebrate perseverance and commitment to support the development and successes of confident individuals.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

West Leigh Infant School

Bristol, North Somerset - BS48 3NG

Year 1 - Year 2 (ages 5-7)

“West Leigh Infant School and Backwell Church of England Junior School formally federated in April 2013. The two schools serve the same community and indeed, the vast majority of children move from Year 2 at West Leigh to Year 3 at Backwell Juniors.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

West Leigh Junior School

Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea - SS9 2JB

Year 3 - Year 6 (ages 7-11)

“Our weekly year group and phase assemblies are used to regularly reinforce messages linked to our golden values. These are carefully planned assemblies will teach children about the values through stories and real-life examples. Our timetable can be found here: ASSEMBLIES | westleighjunior”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted report cardStrong ×6Strong in 6 areas

West Lodge Primary School

Pinner, Harrow - HA5 1AF

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“At West Lodge we have developed a strong learning culture and all members of the community are continually striving to become the very best we can be. Our school is an exciting place to work and learn.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

West London Free School

London, Hammersmith and Fulham - W6 9LP

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Pupil success at the West London Free School is underpinned by outstanding pastoral support, high standards of behaviour, and rewards for those who exemplify our values.”

SecondarySixth formSince 2011Ofsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

West London Free School Primary

London, Hammersmith and Fulham - W6 0LB

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“I would like to wish you a very warm welcome to the West London Free School Primary. We offer a unique experience for the children, whilst always ensuring they are safe, happy and enjoying the richest learning opportunities.”

PrimarySince 2013Ofsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Outstanding

West Lynn Primary School

King's Lynn, Norfolk - PE34 3JL

Year 1 - Year 6 (ages 5-11)

“At West Lynn Primary School we will work together to learn together through providing a safe, supportive and stimulating home from home, where children can develop their full potential in an inclusive, active, fun and loving environment.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

West Malling Church of England Primary School and McGinty Speech and Language Srp

West Malling, Kent - ME19 6RL

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Based in the Gospels of Matthew and John, and reflecting the Church of England vision that schools enable “life in all its fullness” (John 10:10), our vision reflects our school’s ambition to understand each individual child in our care, their needs, talents and capabilities, and our school’s trust…”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

West Meadows Primary School

Barnsley, Barnsley - S74 9ET

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“At West Meadows we create a caring, inclusive community where every child feels safe, proud and has a true sense of belonging.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted report cardExpected ×1Needs attention ×6Expected in 1 area, Needs attention in 6 areas

West Meon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Petersfield, Hampshire - GU32 1LF

Reception - Year 6 (ages 4-11)

“Children at West Meon Primary develop self-awareness and confidence in an environment where they feel safe, happy and valued; where they are encouraged to develop their skills, talents, and a life-long love of learning in an inclusive, nurturing setting.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

West Minster Primary School

Sheerness, Kent - ME12 1ET

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“As Chair of Governors, it is my great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to all pupils, parents, staff, and visitors to our vibrant and nurturing school community.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted report cardStrong ×4Expected ×3Strong in 4 areas, Expected in 3 areas

West Monkton Church of England School

Taunton, Somerset - TA2 8FT

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 2-11)

“The Church of England vision for education is for all children to, ‘Have life, life in all its fullness.’ [John 10:10]. West Monkton Church School’s ethos is built upon our Christian Values, which support our children, staff and school community to experience and enjoy life in all its fullness.”

PrimaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

West Moors Middle School

Ferndown, Dorset - BH22 0DA

Year 5 - Year 8 (ages 9-13)

“At West Moors Middle School, we want all children to thrive to be the best that they can be- together. We place our children at the heart of all decisions made and are committed to making every moment count to aspire children to be the best that they can be on their own individual learning journey.”

Middle deemed secondaryEstablishedOfsted report cardStrong ×2Expected ×4Strong in 2 areas, Expected in 4 areas

West Newcastle Academy

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne - NE4 8QP

Nursery - Year 6 (ages 3-11)

“West Newcastle Academy is a diverse primary school with a distinctive approach to education inspired by the Danish Friskole model.”

PrimarySince 2013Ofsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good