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The Westgate School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

The Westgate School is a academy converter secondary school in Slough , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 1284 pupils, and a capacity of 1400 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

1,284

Pupils

1,400

Capacity

92%

Fill rate

The Westgate School Catchment Area Information

As an academy, The Westgate School sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Slough. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 92% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Slough before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Slough catchment area documents →

The Westgate School — School Information

Full address
Cippenham Lane, Slough, SL1 5AH
Local authority
Slough
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
23.9% of pupils
DfE URN
138012

Other Secondary Schools in Slough

If The Westgate School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Slough are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — The Westgate School

Is The Westgate School oversubscribed?

The Westgate School is operating close to its capacity of 1400 places (92% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for The Westgate School?

Admission to The Westgate School is managed by Slough. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does The Westgate School cover?

The Westgate School is a secondary school in Slough, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.