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Headteacher: Mr Tim Peacock

About The School

Located in West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire, The West Bridgford School is a co-educational secondary academy with over 1,700 pupils from a wide range of cultural and economic backgrounds. Considerably larger than the average secondary school, our school combines a rich history with a modern and inclusive ethos. We are proud to be a part of the East Midlands Educational Trust, a multi-academy trust that oversees several schools in the region.

Our Values and Vision

At The West Bridgford School, we are dedicated to fostering a safe, caring, and inclusive community that empowers all learners to achieve their full potential.

We uphold high expectations for our pupils and ourselves, emphasising excellent teaching, a culture of ambition, and our core values of Kindness, Respect, and Determination.

Safeguarding is at the heart of our work; we believe that students who feel safe and secure are able to thrive and achieve.

We are deeply committed to providing personalised support for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Our inclusive ethos ensures that every pupil feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

By joining our team, you will contribute to a community that is proud of its students, parents, and staff, all working together to be "The best we can be."

Ofsted

“The school has a caring ethos and sets high standards for the children, which it supports them to achieve.”

As an Outstanding school, as confirmed by our most recent Ofsted inspection, we take pride in our academic excellence, the breadth of opportunities we offer, and our strong commitment to personal development and wellbeing. Our Ofsted report noted that “Pupils can take on an extensive range of responsibilities and opportunities to develop their leadership skills, including in the sixth form. Students take great pride in supporting their younger peers.”