Where we have the capacity to make a difference we are morally bound to do so. Committed to improving the life chances of all children.
Staff and pupils are caring towards each other and, together, create a strong sense of community in the school.
Ofsted 2022
Westbridge Academy is a one-form entry school at the heart of Battersea, where children are encouraged to be kind and to work hard in order to be successful.
Choosing the right school for your child’s education is an important decision. At Westbridge, we pride ourselves on the positive relationships we have with our children and families, ensuring that all children are known, valued and their individual needs recognised and met.
We carefully consider what knowledge and skills children will require in order to be successful in an everchanging world. Children are taught to work hard, be kind and courteous in order to be successful. Therefore, we have high expectations of learning behaviours and academic aspirations for all our children. However, it is equally important that children develop and grow into well-rounded individuals, with an intellectual curiosity to become good learners ready for secondary school.
At Westbridge, we have specialist teachers for sport and music (including piano, drumming and singing).
We are privileged to work with the talented team of teachers, support staff and pupils at Westbridge. We welcome visitors and ask you to contact the school office and arrange a tour with our headteacher as we would be proud to show you around our happy, welcoming school.
Miz Mann Executive Head Teacher
Mike McNally Head Teacher
Our Values:
Passion
Urgency
Positivity
Aspiration
Commitment
STEP Academy Trust was established in 2011. The mission of the Trust, to improve the life chances of all children, where we have the capacity to make a difference, we are morally bound to so, is what binds the Trust together as one.
Our unique way of operating as one organisation across multiple sites allows an agreed level of consistency, and support, which enables all children to access the highest level of education.
As part of our commitment to equality, we champion respect and inclusivity in our academies. The well-being of our pupils, staff and stakeholders is paramount to us and we aim to provide a happy, safe and secure environment across our communities.
Because we work as one team across many academies, your child will have the opportunity to enjoy inter-STEP tournaments for Sports and Debating. We also safeguard your child’s health by providing a nutritious meal, freshly prepared by our in-house catering team.
We hope you enjoy finding out more about our academies, though please do look around and ask our team anything further you would like to know. We would love for you to pick one of our amazing academies for your child’s ongoing educational journey.
Paul Glover CEO
I love how I represent other children in the academy on the Pupil Parliament. I like the fact that I can act like the Prime Minister. I have learnt about the skills of debating and this has helped me to be patient, be a good listener and know that children have the right to speak.
The curriculum at Westbridge Academy has been designed to enable children to realise their full potential, leaving school with the highest standards, a love of learning and a set of moral values that will enable them to make a positive contribution to society.
In order to raise children’s aspirations and improve their life chances, we provide opportunities for children to broaden their horizons, challenge stereotypes and consider the vast range of possibilities open to them if they consistently embody our Trust values of Passion, Urgency, Positivity, Aspiration and Commitment.
Our approach is research driven and ensures that children are able to be successful. As much as possible, our three key academy curriculum drivers of #Community, #Equality and #Sustainability run as threads through everything we do at Westbridge, to help strengthen knowledge and understanding across the curriculum.
You can find detailed plans and information regarding our curriculum by visiting our website: www.westbridgestepacademy.org
I joined Westbridge Academy in Year 3, and I was made to feel welcome by everyone at our school. The adults are so kind and helpful to all children as they help us solve any problems we have. I have had so many great opportunities such as playing in football tournaments and facing my fears at Go Ape. I am really excited about my final year at the school because the adults are preparing us to be ready for secondary school.
Isaac Year 6
At Westbridge Academy, children are provided with the opportunity to attend a range of clubs across the academic year.
Our specialist sports coach delivers daily after school sports clubs; children also compete in sporting tournaments and fixtures against other schools in a range of sports.
We have some local partners including Thomas’s Battersea School, Spencer Cricket Club and the Royal Academy of Dance, whom all deliver weekly clubs that both engage and enthuse our children. Furthermore, our children have the chance to participate in the annual STEP Debating Championships against other academies across the trust.
Additionally, we also offer breakfast and after school wrap around care, at very reasonable prices. Here at Westbridge, we make sure every child has the chance to shine.
As part of our enrichment offer, every year group will participate in at least three termly trips per school year. Our children experience a range of educational visits due to our wonderfully convenient location including West End theatre visits, exploring museums of London, places of worship, as well as competing in sporting events. These diverse experiences benefit our children greatly by developing cultural capital and sparking lifelong passions as they build on their knowledge and understanding of the world, as well as growing as confident young citizens for the future. At Westbridge Academy, we believe every outing is an opportunity for growth and discovery. A range of after school clubs are available each day.