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West Gate School

Goodgraded 22/06/2021Ages 4–19200 pupilsDoes not apply
Leicester, LE3 6DG
Leicester

West Gate School is a school for pupils aged 4 to 19 in Leicester. The school has around 200 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 22/06/2021, West Gate School was judged Good. Families comparing schools in Leicester can view West Gate School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Leicester (LE3 6DG), West Gate School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.

Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood

Last inspected 22/06/2021. How to read an Ofsted rating →

Attendance & staffing
Attendance90.5%England avg 93.5%
Pupils per teacher6.6England avg 19.6
Persistent absence
Teachers with QTS

DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26

Pupil intake
Free school meals49.2%England avg 26.3%
English not first language33.7%England avg 18.6%

DfE school census, 2025/26

Primary results — Key Stage 2
Expected standard (RWM)-67%England avg -22%
Higher standard (RWM)-10%England avg -7%

DfE, 2023/24

GCSE results — Key Stage 4
Attainment 81.7
Progress 8-1.4
Grade 5+ English & maths5%
EBacc average point score

DfE, 2024/25. What is a Progress 8 score?

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