Develop instrumental skills and encourage general musicianship skills through-out the year, as well as develop a good social network of like-minded musicians. Brass Group Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Brass Group Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details The Brass group is open to all players of all Brass instrument such as: Cornet and Trumpet; French Horn and Tenor Horn; Baritone and Euphonium; Trombones and Tubas.  The club will develop instrumental skills and encourage general musicianship skills through-out the year, as well as develop a good social network of like-minded musicians. Brass players will have the opportunity to participate in events such as school concerts, celebrations, ‘Go West’ Festival, and wider community events. Pupil music leaders will be supporting teaching staff in running this club. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

The ensemble will help in the development of instrumental skills and encourage general musicianship skills in the rehearsals. Folk Group Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Folk Group Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 8 Contact See EduLink for further details The Folk Group is open to all enthusiastic players of Guitar and Keyboard to play the chords, and Violin, Recorders, Flute, Penny/Tin Whistle (any wind instruments) to play the melody. The ensemble will help in the development of instrumental skills and encourage general musicianship skills in the rehearsals, as well as develop a good social network of like-minded musicians. Musicians will have the opportunity to learn traditional Folk tunes from England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and possibly other countries and participate in events such as school concerts, celebrations, ‘Go West’ Festival, open mornings and evenings, and community events. Pupil music leaders will be supporting music teachers in running this club. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

French Becoming an active communicator in the world's global village Go Go Our Languages Curriculum intends to: Broaden pupils' horizons by developing a passion for languages and cultures and recognise the additional career opportunities open to people who speak an additional language. Ensure that every pupil is encouraged and supported to study a language for GCSE. Encourage a growth mind-set in pupils to learning a new language and develop the confidence to communicate. Overview of the Course: The learning of a language encourages respect for other people; it fosters an understanding of the interrelation of language and human nature. Studying any foreign language will broaden minds and give pupils a better insight into the world around us. It will encourage empathy as an individual. It demonstrates openness to society and an ability to communicate with others on all levels. The learning of a language supports an appreciation of cultural diversity. Learning a foreign language is a liberation from insularity and provides an opening to other cultures. A high-quality languages' education will foster pupils' curiosity and deepen their understanding of the world. This enables pupils to express their ideas and thoughts in another language and to understand and respond to its speakers, both in speech and in writing. It also provides opportunities for the pupils to communicate for practical purposes, learn new ways of thinking and read great literature in the original language, equipping pupils to study and work in other countries Pupils will continue to study the language they have learnt at The Westgate School since Year 7. Some pupils choose to continue with a second language. German will also be offered as a GCSE starting in Year 9 (dependant on pupil numbers). Several trips run throughout the year to complement the learning of languages and broaden pupils' cultural experiences. EYFS | KS1 Content KS2 Content Year 7 & 8 Content Year 9 Content Year 10 & 11 Content French is not taught within our school day as we focus on Spanish. French is not taught within our school day as we focus on Spanish. Overview of the Course: Key stage 3 is organised into engaging termly topics through which the key skills are taught. Pupils in every class will be encouraged to verbally express themselves through a range of structured talk opportunities, as well as developing close and active listening skills. Both the reading and writing skills are explicitly taught so that the pupils can develop their confidence throughout the two years. Course Content: Year 7 Year 7 focuses on developing the skills needed to become an active language learner; pupils will choose to study French or Spanish. In the Autumn term, the unit ‘This is Me’ teaches the pupils the skills to become confident at learning a language by encouraging pupils to speak almost immediately. Using the world of comic books encourages the pupils to give opinions and talk about themselves in the Spring term; Picasso and Dali stimulate descriptive language in the Summer term. Year 8 Year 8 builds and develops the skills from Year 7. Most pupils will continue to study the language they chose in Year 7. Confident linguists may also choose to study French/Spanish in Year 8 as a second language; we will offer these depending on sufficient interest (German is on offer to start at GCSE in Year 9 dependent on uptake). Places and buildings are used to introduce the pupils to the future tense, through a topic on future towns and the past tense is introduced in the Spring term, when the pupils focus on castles and jousting! The Summer term helps build on the pupils’ cultural capital, as well as their language skills, with a focus on celebrations: festivals and traditions. Many of the topics - and especially the trips organised to complement the curriculum - are designed to broaden pupils’ cultural experiences. Course Skills: Listening and Speaking: Pupils first interact with their target language by developing acti ve listening skills and the confidence of speaking a new language and communicating with each other. Reading: Pupils’ skills are built up by activities involving word recognition and very quickly they develop the skills needed to decode meaning in more challenging texts. Writing: Using sentence starters, vocabulary booklets and active learning strategies, pupils begin to construct meaning and manipulate language to express themselves and communicate in writing. Assessment: Throughout KS3, the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing are assessed. The pupils are fully prepared for these in lessons before their summative assessment. The topics covered will be: Me, myself and friends. Home, town, neighbourhood and region. Free time activities Food and eating out. Healthy eating. Customs and festivals. GCSE French syllabus We will consider 3 main themes: Identity and Culture. Local national, international and global areas of interest. Current and future study and employment. Assessments: GCSE French has a Foundation Tier (grades 1–5) and a Higher Tier (grades 4–9). Students must take all four question papers at the same tier. All question papers must be taken in the same series. Paper 1: Listening - Understanding and responding to different types of spoken language Pupils are expected to be able to: Demonstrate general and specific understanding of different types of spoken language. Follow and understand clear standard speech using familiar language across a range of specified contexts. Identify the overall message, key points, details and opinions in a variety of short and longer spoken passages, involving some more complex language, recognising the relationship between past, present and future events. Deduce meaning from a variety of short and longer spoken texts, involving some complex language and more abstract material, including short narratives and authentic material addressing a wide range of relevant contemporary and cultural themes. Recognise and respond to key information, important themes and ideas in more extended spoken text, including authentic sources, adapted and abridged, as appropriate, by being able to answer questions, extract information, evaluate and draw conclusions. Paper 2: Speaking - Communicating and interacting effectively in speech for a variety of purposes Pupils are expected to be able to: Communicate and interact effectively in speech for a variety of purposes across a range of specified contexts. Take part in a short conversation, asking and answering questions, and exchanging opinions. Convey information and narrate events coherently and confidently, using and adapting language for new purposes. Speak spontaneously, responding to unexpected questions, points of view or situations, sustaining communication by using rephrasing or repair strategies, as appropriate. Initiate and develop conversations and discussion, producing extended sequences of speech. Make appropriate and accurate use of a variety of vocabulary and grammatical structures, including some more complex forms, with reference to past, present and future events. Make creative and more complex use of the language, as appropriate, to express and justify their own thoughts and points of view. Use accurate pronunciation and intonation such as to be understood by a native speaker. Paper 3: Reading - Understanding and responding to different types of written language Pupils are expected to be able to: Understand and respond to different types of written language. Understand general and specific details within texts using high frequency familiar language across a range of contexts. Identify the overall message, key points, details and opinions in a variety of short and longer written passages, involving some more complex language, recognising the relationship between past, present and future events. Deduce meaning from a variety of short and longer written texts from a range of specified contexts, including authentic sources involving some complex language and unfamiliar material, as well as short narratives and authentic material addressing a wide range of relevant contemporary and cultural themes. Recognise and respond to key information, important themes and ideas in more extended written text and authentic sources, including some extracts from relevant abridged or adapted literary texts. Demonstrate understanding by being able to scan for particular information, organise and present relevant details, draw inferences in context and recognise implicit meaning where appropriate. Translate a short passage from French into English. Paper 4: Writing - Communicating effectively in writing for a variety of purposes Pupils are expected to be able to: Communicate effectively in writing for a variety of purposes across a range of specified contexts. Write short texts, using simple sentences and familiar language accurately to convey meaning and exchange information. Produce clear and coherent text of extended length to present facts and express ideas and opinions appropriately for different purposes and in different settings. Make accurate use of a variety of vocabulary and grammatical structures, including some more complex forms, to describe and narrate with reference to past, present and future events. Manipulate the language, using and adapting a variety of structures and vocabulary with increasing accuracy and fluency for new purposes, including using appropriate style and register. Make independent, creative and more complex use of the language, as appropriate, to note down key points, express and justify individual thoughts and points of view, in order to interest, inform or convince Translate sentences and short texts from English into French to convey key messages accurately and to apply grammatical knowledge of language and structures in context. Exam Board: AQA 8658 GCSE French syllabus We will consider 3 main themes: Identity and Culture. Local national, international and global areas of interest. Current and future study and employment. Assessments: GCSE French has a Foundation Tier (grades 1–5) and a Higher Tier (grades 4–9). Students must take all four question papers at the same tier. All question papers must be taken in the same series. Paper 1: Listening - Understanding and responding to different types of spoken language Pupils are expected to be able to: Demonstrate general and specific understanding of different types of spoken language. Follow and understand clear standard speech using familiar language across a range of specified contexts. Identify the overall message, key points, details and opinions in a variety of short and longer spoken passages, involving some more complex language, recognising the relationship between past, present and future events. Deduce meaning from a variety of short and longer spoken texts, involving some complex language and more abstract material, including short narratives and authentic material addressing a wide range of relevant contemporary and cultural themes. Recognise and respond to key information, important themes and ideas in more extended spoken text, including authentic sources, adapted and abridged, as appropriate, by being able to answer questions, extract information, evaluate and draw conclusions. Paper 2: Speaking - Communicating and interacting effectively in speech for a variety of purposes Pupils are expected to be able to: Communicate and interact effectively in speech for a variety of purposes across a range of specified contexts. Take part in a short conversation, asking and answering questions, and exchanging opinions. Convey information and narrate events coherently and confidently, using and adapting language for new purposes. Speak spontaneously, responding to unexpected questions, points of view or situations, sustaining communication by using rephrasing or repair strategies, as appropriate. Initiate and develop conversations and discussion, producing extended sequences of speech. Make appropriate and accurate use of a variety of vocabulary and grammatical structures, including some more complex forms, with reference to past, present and future events. Make creative and more complex use of the language, as appropriate, to express and justify their own thoughts and points of view. Use accurate pronunciation and intonation such as to be understood by a native speaker. Paper 3: Reading - Understanding and responding to different types of written language Pupils are expected to be able to: Understand and respond to different types of written language. Understand general and specific details within texts using high frequency familiar language across a range of contexts. Identify the overall message, key points, details and opinions in a variety of short and longer written passages, involving some more complex language, recognising the relationship between past, present and future events. Deduce meaning from a variety of short and longer written texts from a range of specified contexts, including authentic sources involving some complex language and unfamiliar material, as well as short narratives and authentic material addressing a wide range of relevant contemporary and cultural themes. Recognise and respond to key information, important themes and ideas in more extended written text and authentic sources, including some extracts from relevant abridged or adapted literary texts. Demonstrate understanding by being able to scan for particular information, organise and present relevant details, draw inferences in context and recognise implicit meaning where appropriate. Translate a short passage from French into English. Paper 4: Writing - Communicating effectively in writing for a variety of purposes Pupils are expected to be able to: Communicate effectively in writing for a variety of purposes across a range of specified contexts. Write short texts, using simple sentences and familiar language accurately to convey meaning and exchange information. Produce clear and coherent text of extended length to present facts and express ideas and opinions appropriately for different purposes and in different settings. Make accurate use of a variety of vocabulary and grammatical structures, including some more complex forms, to describe and narrate with reference to past, present and future events. Manipulate the language, using and adapting a variety of structures and vocabulary with increasing accuracy and fluency for new purposes, including using appropriate style and register. Make independent, creative and more complex use of the language, as appropriate, to note down key points, express and justify individual thoughts and points of view, in order to interest, inform or convince Translate sentences and short texts from English into French to convey key messages accurately and to apply grammatical knowledge of language and structures in context. Exam Board: AQA 8658 Our Curriculum Curriculum Intent Options Careers Employers Curriculum Subjects Art | Fine Art Computing | Computer Science English Design Technology Drama Food Preparation & Nutrition French Geography German History Latin Maths Media Studies Music Personal Development Photography Physical Education Religious Education Science Sculpture Spanish The Wellbeing Curriculum

Join The Westgate School Basket Ball and Netball club ! All skill levels welcome for fun, fitness, and friendly competition. Basketball & Netball Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Basketball & Netball Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 3 - 6 Contact Primary Reception Get ready to elevate your game and have a blast with our school basketball and netball clubs! Whether you’re aiming to improve your skills or just looking for some fun and fitness, our clubs offer something for everyone. Here’s why you should join: Skill Development Team Spirit Fitness and Fun Both clubs provide a supportive and encouraging environment where you can grow as an athlete and make lasting friendships. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of these exciting sports communities! Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Step into the world of words with our Debating Club! It’s the perfect platform to sharpen your critical thinking. Debate Club Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Debate Club Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details Step into the world of words with our Debating Club! It’s the perfect platform to sharpen your critical thinking, enhance your public speaking skills, and engage in lively discussions. Join us to explore diverse perspectives, build confidence, and become a persuasive communicator. Let’s debate and grow together! Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Develop instrumental skills and encourage general musicianship skills through-out the year, as well as develop a good social network of like-minded musicians. Concert Band Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Concert Band Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details The Concert Band is open to all level 3 players Flute; Oboe; Clarinet; Bassoon. Brass: Trumpet; Cornet; Horn; Baritone; Euphonium; Trombone; Bass; and Tuba. Percussion instruments including: Drums and Xylophones. The Concert Band will help to develop instrumental and general musicianship skills. Musicians will have the opportunity to participate in events such as school concerts, celebrations, ‘Go West’ Festival, open mornings and evenings, and community events.   Pupil music leaders will be supporting music teachers in running this club. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Join the squash club for exciting matches, skill improvement, and great camaraderie! Open to all levels. Squash Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Squash Internal / External External Age Range Year 2 - 6 Contact alexphillips@winchesterracquetsandfitness.net We have been fortunate enough to have the opportunity to have a Westgate school only club provided to us from The Winchester Racquets and Fitness Club. Please email for more details. Mondays 3.30-4.15pm - Y2-6 squash Wednesdays 3.30-4.15pm - Y2-6 squash Thursdays 3.30-4.15pm - Y2-6 squash Fridays 3.30-4.15pm - Y2-6 squash Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

School Uniform School Uniform At The Westgate School, we pride ourselves in a strong sense of community in which all pupils have a sense of belonging. Our uniform is a fundamental part of this ethos: it represents the principle that every pupil matters equally, and nobody is privileged above another. Our expectations and aspirations of every pupil is high, and we expect that pupils will treat one another with respect, kindness, equality and dignity. School uniform is symbolic of this belief.  Adults in school are also required to follow a dress-code that is fit for purpose in our school. Our uniform policy on our policy page Uniform guide for parents - including examples of appropriate shoes Purchasing uniform You can purchase all of the uniform from the following suppliers: Skoolkit Stitch a logo Parents can purchase school uniform from either of our two suppliers (necessary for standard items) as well as through our PSA. Some of our suppliers offer purchasing schemes and significant discounts on specified items for pupils who are in receipt of Free School Meals. The school also has a hardship fund to support families where finances may be stretched - please contact the school office if you would like to discuss the possibility of support. Items of uniform which are generic can of course be purchased from high street stores or online: we do however ask that parents ensure their child's clothing is consistent with the expectations set out in the uniform specification. The school is committed to providing at least two suppliers of specified items and will on an annual basis, review costs to ensure that best value is achieved and that a range of suppliers have been explored. The PSA runs a uniform shop from which parents can purchase good quality, second-hand uniform. Please contact the school office for further details or visit the PSA website . Expectations The Westgate School is proud of its pupils and believes that the uniform should reflect the high standards of our learning community. Consequently, all pupils attending The Westgate School are required to wear the correct uniform (including to and from school) without exception or negotiation. Variations We are proud of our supportive culture that enables us to work in partnership with pupils and parents/carers in order to consider individual needs. If you would like to discuss this, please do not hesitate to contact your child’s Year Leader. The principles underpinning our uniform mean that we do not allow pupils to display extremes of fashion (e.g. “saggy trousers”). Extreme hair colour is any colour that is not a person’s natural hair colour; haircuts below grade 2, patterns cut into the hairstyle are not permitted at any time. Home Parents & Pupils School Teaching Hours Exam Information Edulink PSA Pupil Portal School Uniform Authorised Absence Request Medicines & Treatment Consent Form

School 'Vox' Choir Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings School 'Vox' Choir Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details School Choir is exciting and brilliant to be a member of. It is open to all pupils with a keen interest in singing and is led by the most amazingly talented Singing and Piano teacher from Hampshire Music Service, Mr Andrew Hayman. He is also the Director of the County Youth Choir. The Choir will develop vocal technique and encourage general musicianship skills through-out the year, as well as develop a good social network of like-minded musicians. As well as some traditional repertoire the choir looks to explore all different choral genres, including musical theatre and contemporary songs in multiple parts. Singers will have the opportunity to take part in events such as school concerts, celebrations, ‘Go West’ Festival, and wider community events including this October performing at the Winchester University Graduation Ceremony at Winchester Cathedral and leading the singing in the School Carol Service in Winchester Cathedral in December. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Curriculum Group looks at the most important part of our school - what we are learning and how we learn. Curriculum Group Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Curriculum Group Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details Curriculum Group looks at the most important part of our school - what we are learning and how we learn. We speak teachers and provide feedback on our core purpose. Please come and join us. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

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Review The Westgate School's latest exam results, showcasing our students' academic achievements and commitment to excellence. Exam Results Exam Results 40% of all our grades were Grade 7 or above. 86.5% of pupils achieved Grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics. 25% of all grades were Grade 8 or 9; 11% of all grades were Grade 9 "Pupils at The Westgate School have achieved academic excellence once again with results outperforming or consistent with last year's exceptional results. This consistently exceptional performance over a number of years is a result of colleagues' expertise and dedication in providing an outstanding quality of education along with strong pupil and parent partnership in this outstanding school. We're absolutely delighted that our pupils have continued to demonstrate academic excellence once again: 40% of all grades were Grade 7 or above; 25% of grades were Grade 8 or 9, and 11% of all grades were Grade 9. We're especially proud given that the pandemic started when this cohort was in Year 7. We wish this cohort every success for the future". 2024 GCSE Exam Results Information Primary Phase KS2 SATs Explanation 2024 Key Stage 2 Results Information Performance Tables Compare the performance of our school against all schools within England Home Our School Headteacher's Welcome Ofsted Safeguarding Statutory Information | SEND Policies Admissions Governance Pupil Premium | Catch-up Statement Vacancies School News Calendar & Open Events Contact