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Academic Life

At Westbourne School, we strive to create an academic atmosphere that empowers pupils to take ownership of their learning journey. Our approach combines a structured and supportive curriculum with opportunities for personal growth, allowing pupils to thrive in both core subjects and specialised areas. 

As pupils progress through Middle School, they develop critical thinking and independent study skills, all while being guided by dedicated teachers who foster a passion for learning. This balanced approach ensures that every pupil is well-prepared for the transition to GCSEs, where they can tailor their academic path to suit their interests and strengths, setting them up for long-term success.

Our Middle School curriculum focuses on building skills for learning through our unique Independent Study lessons and project work, alongside a broad and balanced curriculum of more “traditional” individual subjects. Core subjects are taught in streamed groups, and the remainder of the curriculum is delivered to small (max 16) mixed ability teaching groups.

In Year 9 pupils prepare to slim down their curriculum and begin their GCSE courses. We offer a completely free choice of optional subjects in addition to the core of English, Maths and Science, so every pupil can build their own individualised GCSE curriculum to match their strengths and interests.

We continue to teach core subjects in streamed groups to GCSE, and our bespoke curriculum means the teaching groups for other optional subjects are often smaller than 10 pupils (and never more than 16). Academic rigour and regular exam practice form the backbone of the curriculum, focusing on maximising GCSE success for every individual.

 

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Individualised Learning & Pupil Progress

While Westbourne celebrates another year of excellent GCSE results, one story is truly extraordinary. Year 6 pupil Harry Clark has achieved a Grade 9 and Grade 8 in GCSE Further Mathematics – results equivalent to A*. Harry has shown remarkable ability from a very young age. By the age of five he had already mastered trigonometry, and at just nine years old he sat his Foundation GCSE Maths papers, dropping only five marks across the entire set of exams. Alongside his talent, Harry impressed everyone by fitting in seamlessly with our Year 11 pupils as a well-liked and hardworking member of the class. His Maths teacher, Mr Biggane, said: “Harry has not only achieved the extraordinary, but as a Year 6 pupil he fitted in seamlessly with the Year 11s. It’s a well-deserved achievement after all his hard work – we are so proud of him.” Headteacher Mr Edmanson added: “Harry’s achievement is truly inspirational. He is a shining example of what can be achieved with curiosity, perseverance and the right support. We are immensely proud of him and excited to see what he accomplishes next.” Harry remains a happy young boy who enjoys running and watching Formula 1 – and from September, he will begin studying the A Level Mathematics syllabus. Congratulations, Harry – a truly inspiring achievement! 👏🎉 #GCSEResults #WestbourneSchool #AcademicExcellence #FutureMathematician #WestbourneProud Image

While Westbourne celebrates another year of excellent GCSE results, one story is truly extraordinary. Year 6 pupil Harry Clark has achieved a Grade 9 and Grade 8 in GCSE Further Mathematics – results equivalent to A*. Harry has shown remarkable ability from a very young age. By the age of five he had already mastered trigonometry, and at just nine years old he sat his Foundation GCSE Maths papers, dropping only five marks across the entire set of exams. Alongside his talent, Harry impressed everyone by fitting in seamlessly with our Year 11 pupils as a well-liked and hardworking member of the class. His Maths teacher, Mr Biggane, said: “Harry has not only achieved the extraordinary, but as a Year 6 pupil he fitted in seamlessly with the Year 11s. It’s a well-deserved achievement after all his hard work – we are so proud of him.” Headteacher Mr Edmanson added: “Harry’s achievement is truly inspirational. He is a shining example of what can be achieved with curiosity, perseverance and the right support. We are immensely proud of him and excited to see what he accomplishes next.” Harry remains a happy young boy who enjoys running and watching Formula 1 – and from September, he will begin studying the A Level Mathematics syllabus. Congratulations, Harry – a truly inspiring achievement! 👏🎉 #GCSEResults #WestbourneSchool #AcademicExcellence #FutureMathematician #WestbourneProud

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Westbourne School is proud to announce another strong set of GCSE results from our Year 11 pupils, who have demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination despite the challenges posed by the COVID pandemic during the early years of their secondary education. 94% of pupils achieved grade 4 or above, (National Average 67%) including the key subjects of English and Maths. Of all grades gained across the curriculum by all pupils, an impressive 45% were at level 7, 8 or 9 (A or A*), and 76% of all pupils gained at least one grade 7 (A). This achievement underscores the dedication of our pupils and the unwavering support provided by our committed teaching staff. Mr. Birbeck, Head of Senior School, expressed his pride in the pupils’ accomplishments: "I am immensely proud of the achievements of all our Year 11 pupils, and I wish them every success as they leave Westbourne to pursue their post-16 studies at Sixth Forms and Colleges across Sheffield and beyond. Our intake is not academically selective, so to see such strong results from our wide range of pupils is a testament to their hard work and the inclusive, nurturing yet challenging environment that Westbourne provides." We are confident that the skills, knowledge, and experiences pupils have gained from their education at Westbourne will serve them well as they embark on the next stage of their educational journeys. We congratulate all our Year 11 pupils on their outstanding achievements and extend our thanks to our dedicated staff, supportive families, and the entire Westbourne community for their role in helping our pupils succeed and thrive. #GCSEResults #WestbourneSchool #AcademicExcellence #StudentSuccess #WestbourneProud Image

Westbourne School is proud to announce another strong set of GCSE results from our Year 11 pupils, who have demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination despite the challenges posed by the COVID pandemic during the early years of their secondary education. 94% of pupils achieved grade 4 or above, (National Average 67%) including the key subjects of English and Maths. Of all grades gained across the curriculum by all pupils, an impressive 45% were at level 7, 8 or 9 (A or A*), and 76% of all pupils gained at least one grade 7 (A). This achievement underscores the dedication of our pupils and the unwavering support provided by our committed teaching staff. Mr. Birbeck, Head of Senior School, expressed his pride in the pupils’ accomplishments: "I am immensely proud of the achievements of all our Year 11 pupils, and I wish them every success as they leave Westbourne to pursue their post-16 studies at Sixth Forms and Colleges across Sheffield and beyond. Our intake is not academically selective, so to see such strong results from our wide range of pupils is a testament to their hard work and the inclusive, nurturing yet challenging environment that Westbourne provides." We are confident that the skills, knowledge, and experiences pupils have gained from their education at Westbourne will serve them well as they embark on the next stage of their educational journeys. We congratulate all our Year 11 pupils on their outstanding achievements and extend our thanks to our dedicated staff, supportive families, and the entire Westbourne community for their role in helping our pupils succeed and thrive. #GCSEResults #WestbourneSchool #AcademicExcellence #StudentSuccess #WestbourneProud

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Individualised Learning & Pupil Progress

While Westbourne celebrates another year of excellent GCSE results, one story is truly extraordinary. Year 6 pupil Harry Clark has achieved a Grade 9 and Grade 8 in GCSE Further Mathematics – results equivalent to A*. Harry has shown remarkable ability from a very young age. By the age of five he had already mastered trigonometry, and at just nine years old he sat his Foundation GCSE Maths papers, dropping only five marks across the entire set of exams. Alongside his talent, Harry impressed everyone by fitting in seamlessly with our Year 11 pupils as a well-liked and hardworking member of the class. His Maths teacher, Mr Biggane, said: “Harry has not only achieved the extraordinary, but as a Year 6 pupil he fitted in seamlessly with the Year 11s. It’s a well-deserved achievement after all his hard work – we are so proud of him.” Headteacher Mr Edmanson added: “Harry’s achievement is truly inspirational. He is a shining example of what can be achieved with curiosity, perseverance and the right support. We are immensely proud of him and excited to see what he accomplishes next.” Harry remains a happy young boy who enjoys running and watching Formula 1 – and from September, he will begin studying the A Level Mathematics syllabus. Congratulations, Harry – a truly inspiring achievement! 👏🎉 #GCSEResults #WestbourneSchool #AcademicExcellence #FutureMathematician #WestbourneProud Image

While Westbourne celebrates another year of excellent GCSE results, one story is truly extraordinary. Year 6 pupil Harry Clark has achieved a Grade 9 and Grade 8 in GCSE Further Mathematics – results equivalent to A*. Harry has shown remarkable ability from a very young age. By the age of five he had already mastered trigonometry, and at just nine years old he sat his Foundation GCSE Maths papers, dropping only five marks across the entire set of exams. Alongside his talent, Harry impressed everyone by fitting in seamlessly with our Year 11 pupils as a well-liked and hardworking member of the class. His Maths teacher, Mr Biggane, said: “Harry has not only achieved the extraordinary, but as a Year 6 pupil he fitted in seamlessly with the Year 11s. It’s a well-deserved achievement after all his hard work – we are so proud of him.” Headteacher Mr Edmanson added: “Harry’s achievement is truly inspirational. He is a shining example of what can be achieved with curiosity, perseverance and the right support. We are immensely proud of him and excited to see what he accomplishes next.” Harry remains a happy young boy who enjoys running and watching Formula 1 – and from September, he will begin studying the A Level Mathematics syllabus. Congratulations, Harry – a truly inspiring achievement! 👏🎉 #GCSEResults #WestbourneSchool #AcademicExcellence #FutureMathematician #WestbourneProud

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Westbourne School is proud to announce another strong set of GCSE results from our Year 11 pupils, who have demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination despite the challenges posed by the COVID pandemic during the early years of their secondary education. 94% of pupils achieved grade 4 or above, (National Average 67%) including the key subjects of English and Maths. Of all grades gained across the curriculum by all pupils, an impressive 45% were at level 7, 8 or 9 (A or A*), and 76% of all pupils gained at least one grade 7 (A). This achievement underscores the dedication of our pupils and the unwavering support provided by our committed teaching staff. Mr. Birbeck, Head of Senior School, expressed his pride in the pupils’ accomplishments: "I am immensely proud of the achievements of all our Year 11 pupils, and I wish them every success as they leave Westbourne to pursue their post-16 studies at Sixth Forms and Colleges across Sheffield and beyond. Our intake is not academically selective, so to see such strong results from our wide range of pupils is a testament to their hard work and the inclusive, nurturing yet challenging environment that Westbourne provides." We are confident that the skills, knowledge, and experiences pupils have gained from their education at Westbourne will serve them well as they embark on the next stage of their educational journeys. We congratulate all our Year 11 pupils on their outstanding achievements and extend our thanks to our dedicated staff, supportive families, and the entire Westbourne community for their role in helping our pupils succeed and thrive. #GCSEResults #WestbourneSchool #AcademicExcellence #StudentSuccess #WestbourneProud Image

Westbourne School is proud to announce another strong set of GCSE results from our Year 11 pupils, who have demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination despite the challenges posed by the COVID pandemic during the early years of their secondary education. 94% of pupils achieved grade 4 or above, (National Average 67%) including the key subjects of English and Maths. Of all grades gained across the curriculum by all pupils, an impressive 45% were at level 7, 8 or 9 (A or A*), and 76% of all pupils gained at least one grade 7 (A). This achievement underscores the dedication of our pupils and the unwavering support provided by our committed teaching staff. Mr. Birbeck, Head of Senior School, expressed his pride in the pupils’ accomplishments: "I am immensely proud of the achievements of all our Year 11 pupils, and I wish them every success as they leave Westbourne to pursue their post-16 studies at Sixth Forms and Colleges across Sheffield and beyond. Our intake is not academically selective, so to see such strong results from our wide range of pupils is a testament to their hard work and the inclusive, nurturing yet challenging environment that Westbourne provides." We are confident that the skills, knowledge, and experiences pupils have gained from their education at Westbourne will serve them well as they embark on the next stage of their educational journeys. We congratulate all our Year 11 pupils on their outstanding achievements and extend our thanks to our dedicated staff, supportive families, and the entire Westbourne community for their role in helping our pupils succeed and thrive. #GCSEResults #WestbourneSchool #AcademicExcellence #StudentSuccess #WestbourneProud

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