Westfield Academy
Yeovil, BA21 3DB · Somerset · secondary school
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12th of 28 secondary schools in Somerset we can score, 35 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 910 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.8/10 among them, against 3.7/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 45.7 · 52 | 30% | 1.56 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.54 · 14 | 25% | 0.35 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 45.6 · 48 | 10% | 0.47 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Westfield Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 38.0% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 44.5, against a national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.54 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Good in 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.4 out of 10 among them, against 2.8 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Music, PE, Performing Arts, Homework, Wellbeing Lunch, Explore (Christian Union), and Games Clubs. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,013 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,020. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils to improve their Progress 8 scores? What specific support is offered through the Wellbeing Lunch Club?
What Ofsted said about Westfield Academy
Overview
Westfield Academy continues to be a good school, described as a "happy, inclusive and caring" environment where pupils feel well supported. The report highlights an "ambitious and engaging curriculum" and strong pastoral care, noting that bullying is rare and staff-pupil relationships are warm and respectful.
Strengths
- Pupils benefit from "warm and respectful relationships" with staff and receive "high-quality pastoral care" when struggling.
- The curriculum is "ambitious and engaging," with most pupils enjoying their learning in "calm and purposeful" lessons.
- There is a "large and varied extra-curricular offer" for all pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, with "no barriers to participation."
- Leaders have created an "inclusive environment" where staff feel valued and pupils are encouraged to read widely and learn about other cultures.
- The school provides comprehensive support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND), including targeted literacy and phonics assistance.
Areas to improve
- In a few subjects, curriculum plans are "not precise enough," meaning knowledge is not broken down sufficiently for some pupils, including those with SEND, to keep up.
- Staff do not always check that pupils have understood taught content before introducing new material, leading to persistent gaps in knowledge and misconceptions.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 39.7 |
| 2024/25 | 44.5 |
| 2025/26 | 45.6 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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