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Westwood High

Oldham, Oldham, North West · OL9 6HR

A small independent girls' school in Oldham with an Islamic religious character, Westwood High educates around 342 pupils and is led by Head Mrs Khadija Khan. With entry at age 11 and an 11+ assessment, it offers a settled, faith-centred environment from secondary years through to A-level. The intimate scale means a close-knit community in which pupils are likely to be well known to staff. Inspection is carried out by the ISI.

342

Pupils

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Overview & data

Gender
Girls
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
342
Location
Oldham, Oldham, North West
Website
westwoodhigh.org

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Headteacher

Head Mrs Khadija Khan

Latest results

Attainment 8

54.1

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

55%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Results sit comfortably above national benchmarks: the school's Attainment 8 score of 54.1 outpaces the national average of 46.9, and 55% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national figure of 47%. Both GCSE and A-level qualifications are offered, giving girls a continuous academic pathway within one school. The figures suggest a school that translates its small size into solid, above-average outcomes.

Sixth form

Qualifications offered

A-levelGCSE

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
Islam
Boarding
No

The last word

A small girls' school where an Islamic ethos meets results that beat the national average - well suited to families seeking a faith-based education with academic substance.

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Westwood High 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Westwood High located?

Westwood High is located at Kelsall Street, Oldham, OL9 6HR.

What type of school is Westwood High?

Westwood High is an independent (fee-paying) school in North West.

How many pupils attend Westwood High?

Westwood High has approximately 342 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.