The Westgate School uniform: approved suppliers, affordability support, and equality-focused guidelines for parents and pupils. 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 Senior School Council Parent Information

The roles and responsibilities of The Westgate School Senior Council Senior School Council Article 12 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) says that children and young people should have a say in decisions that affect their lives. A school council can provide a meaningful way in which pupils can voice their opinions and have their views taken into account in decisions which impact upon them. Senior School Council structure This is a summit, made up of senior school representatives, including the Head Boy and Girl, Head All-Through and Senior Prefects. At the initial meeting each year, the group will establish its aims and the projects they want to work on. They might divide into mini groups to work on particular projects throughout the year. The summit meets the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) on a termly basis to provide an update on the activities of the focus groups, and to submit new proposals. The SLT also uses this as a forum in which to exchange ideas with pupils. Attributes of a member of the Senior School Council 1. Integrity Integrity means honesty and more. It refers to having strong internal guiding principles that one does not compromise. It means treating others as one would wish to be treated. Integrity promotes trust, and little can be achieved without it. 2. Communication Communication in the context of leadership refers to interpersonal communication between the individual and others, both in the team and across the school community. A good leader needs to be proficient in the communication that informs and must actively listen to others. 3. Relationship building Relationships develop good interpersonal and group communications. A leader who likes dealing with people and who can initiate and deepen relationships with others, has a great leadership advantage. This is a leader who can build a team and build up trust within it. 4. Persuasion The ability to influence others and cause them to act in a particular way is a highly important leadership skill. An ability to be persuasive is directly related to how much people trust you and how good your relationship skills and communication are. 5. Adaptability Adaptability and flexibility in not being bound by a plan are important success factors. A leader must move easily from one set of circumstances (the plan) to the next (if the plan is not going as expected) and take them all in their stride, even when the circumstances are unexpected. A good leader has to embrace change and see it as an opportunity. 6. Teamwork Teamwork is an important and often neglected part of being a prefect. Our community has a team of prefects who are part of and leaders within the school. No one person can do it all. That’s why a team, comprised of others with different skill sets, is essential. A leader must know how to build and nurture such a team. 7. Decision-making A leader must be able to wade through information, comprehend what is relevant, make a well-considered decision, and take action based on that decision. Once a team decision has been made, the individual must fully support the group in carrying out the actions related. Role of the Senior School Council · To maintain a positive and productive school atmosphere in which both pupils and colleagues feel included. · To lead aspects of the whole school life so that the community becomes stronger. · To ensure that duties for different teams are carried out correctly. · To work together as a Leadership team. · To mentor younger pupils to build in succession. Focus groups Focus Groups meet on a bi-weekly basis to decide on and organise projects which are relevant to their area of focus. Each group is overseen by a teacher. The pupil voice co-ordinator explains all the ideas that come from the pupils, and the teacher’s role is simply to facilitate. The focus groups are: 1. The Equality and Diversity Group The aim is to ensure everyone in the community is seen and understood. The group works with teachers and pupils to celebrate different cultures in school and raise awareness of the need to work together to make the school more inclusive. Examples of events are: • International Women’s Day • Black History Month • Men’s Mental Health 2. The Charity Group The group meets bi-weekly to fundraise for the charities which are chosen by the members. Some of the events are: • Bake sales, including the annual one for Macmillan • Selling poppies for The Royal British Legion • The annual Christmas appeal, which has a different charity annually 3. The Wellbeing Group In the Wellbeing Group, the aim is to create a positive and enjoyable working environment for both pupils and teachers and support them feeling comfortable and safe at school. As part of its role at the school, the group encourages pupils to join in with different activities. The group does this by organising a variety of events aimed at everyone. For example, in the summer the group runs rounders for our sport-orientated pupils, and for our arty pupils, the group runs colouring and drawing sessions. This helps to promote the school values – Endeavour and Excellence, Creativity and Character, Integrity and Empathy – and give pupils a chance to work with and get to know people across the whole school community. 4. The Eco Group The aim is to provide a place for pupils to put their ideas about the school environment forward and work together to discuss and implement improvements. Current members are trying to develop a garden that is centred around the use of compost to use food waste from food technology. They also have plans to continue making sustainably sourced technology projects for raising money and pushing for more recycling opportunities in classrooms. 5. The Digital Leadership Group This group is interested in the use of technology inside of school. The members help run technology for school events. They have a computing club and organise the annual Bebras competition. They also have other various responsibilities, such as editing drone footage. 6. The Sports & Extracurricular Captains The Sports Captains work closely with the House Leaders to provide interhouse competitions. The aim is to involve everyone in the community. For example, they have run the freshers’ fair in Autumn to encourage pupils to join a club by displaying the wide range of extracurricular activities the school offers. The members also oversee competitions, such as Sports Day in the Upper and Lower school. They are also required to volunteer by supporting the PE teachers. 7. The Library and Careers Group The Careers team is a key group within the school community. The members ensure that the library can provide a range of diverse and engaging resources, an IT access, and a space that is welcoming to the whole Westgate community. They also provide support for the smooth running of the library’s activities in the Upper and Lower Schools. They also support the school through careers events by practising interviews and helping in the careers’ fair. 8. The Curriculum Group The aim is to provide a place for pupils to share their ideas about the curriculum and work together to implement changes that benefit the whole school. The members are focused on how to best support different learning styles, enhance classroom learning experiences, and help others with their studies. They have also discussed the effectiveness of not using mobile phones in school. This approach helps to boost pupils’ concentration during lessons and ensures a fairer environment by reducing distractions and removing potential inequalities. 9. The Arts Leads The aim is to promote the Arts department within the school community. This involves leading extra-curricular activities and encouraging younger pupils to take part in activities and promote the arts. The members inspire creativity which would eventually lead to opportunities for pupils to showcase their talent during events. 10. The Lower School Leads · Tutoring lower school pupils · Setting up Y9 DofE reading · Working on School Council · Aiming to bridge activities/clubs more effectively between the Lower and Upper school 11. The House Captains The House Captains represent and lead the four houses at Westgate. They ensure that there is a wide range of activities and competitions so that everyone has a chance to represent their house and help win the coveted house cup. They work with the house leaders to support the Westgate community challenge to make sure that house members are able to gain their Bronze or Silver, or even Gold badges. They celebrate this success with assemblies. 12. The PSA and Prom Committee The Senior Council representatives for Prom Committee help plan the Year 11 Prom. This includes orchestrating fundraising events and being involved in all the other aspects such as the yearbook. They also support the PSA (Parent and Staff Association). They ensure that the school and the parents work together to raise money for school projects. They suggest projects through speaking with other groups and organise pupil involvement. 13. The Language Lead The aim is to support the MFL Department and incorporate languages into the wider Westgate community. They work with the MFL teachers to set up and run clubs which encourage the younger years to excel in their classes. They also often work with the primary phase leaders and visit the lower school to help the pupils to enjoy learning languages from a young age. 14. The Media Lead The aim is to work with the school’s HR department and promote the school website and the social media. This may include taking photos and reporting on recent school events, helping in The Gate to showcase the school to parents or job applicants, and sharing school news with fellow pupils. 15. The Peer Supporters The peer supporter program is designed to help younger pupils feel more comfortable and happier at school. The main aim of the peer supporter lead is to work with the year 10s who have applied for this role, match them with a year 7 buddy and make sure everything runs smoothly. Home Parents & Pupils School Teaching Hours Exam Information Edulink PSA Pupil Portal School Uniform Authorised Absence Request Medicines & Treatment Consent Form Senior School Council Parent Information

School teaching hours at The Westgate (Winchester School Teaching Hours School Teaching Hours Primary Primary School - 38 hours & 20 minutes per week Arrival/Beginning of School Day 8.40am - 8.50am (Registration at 8.50am) Session 1 9.00am - 10.30am Break of 20 minutes (staggered times) 10.30am - 11.00am Session 2 11.00am - 12.00pm Lunch 12.00pm - 1.00pm Session 3 1.00pm - 2.00pm Break 2.00pm - 2.20pm Session 4 2.20pm - 3.05pm Assembly 3.05pm - 3.20pm 3.20pm End of the School Day Session times may be subject to change School Teaching Hours Secondary Secondary Phase - 37 hours & 55 minutes per week Start of the school day 8.30am Break 10.55 - 11.15am Lunch Break 1.15 - 1.50pm Break n/a End of school day 3.05pm Session times may be subject to change Home Parents & Pupils School Teaching Hours Exam Information Edulink PSA Pupil Portal School Uniform Authorised Absence Request Medicines & Treatment Consent Form Senior School Council Parent Information

The Westgate School is a happy and vibrant community, where pupils are encouraged to aim for excellence" (Ofsted, September, 2022). "Pupils embody the school’s motto of ‘learning together, achieving excellence’ at this excellent all-through school" (Ofsted, November 2023) "Staff have remarkably high expectations for all pupils. As a result, pupils achieve exceptionally well" (Ofsted, November 2023)" "Pupils share a strong sense of belonging to the flourishing school community" (Ofsted, November 2023) "Dedicated staff champion pupils to enable them to learn deeply. Staff use regular reviews of pupils’ progress to enable a sharp focus on pastoral and academic support" (Ofsted, November 2023) "Westgate is exemplary and always puts the children's best interests at the heart of everything" (Parent Feedback, November 2022) "Teaching is expertly adapted. The school ensures that everyone studies a broad and challenging curriculum" (Ofsted, November 2023) "The ‘Westgate Community Challenge’ inspires all pupils in Years 7 and 8 to participate in a wide range of opportunities to develop their skills and to serve others. The house system promotes a strong sense of belonging" (Ofsted, November 2023) "Careers information, education, advice and guidance is a significant strength of the school" (Ofsted, November 2023) "The Westgate School is a happy and vibrant community, where pupils are encouraged to aim for excellence" (Ofsted, September 2022) "Having been to the parents' evening last night, I was again reminded of the brilliantly positive teaching staff and the support they always offer." (Parent Feedback, 2025) "I've been very impressed with the GCSE preparation in Year 11. Lots of resources and guidance for learning. Good communication with parents so we know how best to help." (Year 11 parent feedback, 2025) "Pupils benefit from a broad and varied offer of extra-curricular activities. Participation is extremely high across both the primary and secondary phases" (Ofsted, September 2022) "We have a very positive experience of Westgate and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to other prospective parents" (Parent Feedback, November 2022) "Reading is highly prioritised in the school" (Ofsted, September 2022) "Behaviour in the school is routinely very impressive. Pupils have a highly positive attitude to learning" (Ofsted, September 2022) "Pupils' personal development is exceptionally strong. Leaders have put together a PSHE curriculum that is broad, relevant and ambitious" (Ofsted, September 2022) "Leaders have created a strong culture of safeguarding. Staff are well trained to identify concerns and report these using the school's child protection procedures" (Ofsted, September 2022) "I've been very impressed with the GCSE preparation in Year 11. Lots of resources and guidance for learning. Good communication with parents so we know how best to help." (Year 11 parent feedback, 2025) "My children are extremely happy at Westgate. There is a strong focus on well-being and happiness but also an expectation of high achievement" (Parent Feedback, September 2022) Welcome to The Westgate School At The Westgate School our values and ethos are based on the fundamental belief that we are a community of learners - adults and pupils alike - in which every individual should be enabled to enjoy learning and develop as a happy and healthy individual, who is able to make a unique and positive contribution to society: learning together, achieving excellence. Mrs Dean, Executive Headteacher Welcome | Ethos | Prospectus 1 2 3 4 5 Calendar & Open Events Our Houses Air 30,723 Earth 30,944 Water 31,926 Fire 31,589 Calendar Open Events The best way to experience our school is to see it in action. "Learning Together - Achieving Excellence" Learn More

The policies page of The Westgate School website provides essential information on various school policies, including safeguarding, behavior, attendance, health and safety, and more. These policies ensure compliance with legal standards and promote a safe, supportive environment for students and staff. Visitors can view or download individual policies for further details. To explore the complete list of policies, visit The Westgate School's policy page. Policies Policies Policies Policies Policies Policies Policies Policies Policies Policies Policies Policies Policies Further admissions details may be found on our Admissions page Our accessibility plan can be found within the SEND policy. If you require paper copies of any of our policies, please contact the school office. View our policies below A B C D E F G H M N O P R S T U W Admissions Policy 2024/25 Admissions Policy 2025/26 Admissions Policy 2026/2027 Anti Bullying Policy Attendance and Punctuality Policy Behaviour & Suspensions Policy CCTV Policy Careers Education Policy Charging & Remissions Policy Child Protection Policy Communication Policy Complaints Policy Curriculum Policy Data Protection & GDPR Early Years Foundation Stage Educational Visits Policy Equality Objectives & Diversity Policy Examinations & Contingency Policy Exclusion and Suspension Policy Feedback, Assessment & Reporting First Aid Policy Freedom of Information Gender Pay Gap Report Home Learning Policy Malpractice Policy Mobile Device Policy Non Examination Assessment Policy Online Learning for Pupils & Parents (Incld. Return to Learn) Online Safety Policy Pupil Groupings Policy Relationships & Sex Education SEND Policy Safe Use of Artificial Intelligence Policy Safeguarding Policy School Uniform Policy Supporting Pupils with Medical Needs Teaching & Learning The Education of Looked After Children Whistleblowing Policy (Exams) Word Processing Policy Work Experience Wraparound Policy 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 Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

Food Preparation and Nutrition Nutrition for a healthy future Go Go Our Food Preparation and Nutrition curriculum intends to: Inspire pupils to gain knowledge and practical experience of preparing and making a wide range of creative, innovative and complex dishes that enable them to make informed and healthy choices about the foods they eat. Enable pupils to think critically about the best ethical and moral choices. Develop an understanding of the practical application of scientific principles of food preparation. Why Learn Food Preparation and Nutrition? Food Preparation and Nutrition equips pupils with the knowledge, understanding and skills required to prepare different foods and apply the principles of food science, nutrition and healthy eating. It encourages pupils to cook, enables them to make informed decisions about food and nutrition and allows them to acquire knowledge to feed themselves and others affordably and nutritiously, now and later in life. Course Skills: Designing and making high quality products using a wide range of skills in the safe and hygienic preparation of food. Learning about the science behind food and the way the physical and chemical properties of ingredients are essential to creating successful dishes. Developing organisational skills, including the management of time. Reading, understanding and following recipes, selecting suitable ingredients. Sensory analysis of own products as well as existing ones. Using and understanding technical vocabulary and applying it in context. EYFS | KS1 Content KS2 Content Year 7 & 8 Content Year 9 Content Year 10 & 11 Content Cooking and nutrition As part of their work with food, pupils are taught how to cook and apply the principles of nutrition and healthy eating. Instilling a love of cooking in pupils will also open a door to one of the great expressions of human creativity. Learning how to cook is a crucial life skill that enables pupils to feed themselves and others affordably and well, now and in later life. Key stage 1 course content Our pupils will be taught to: use the basic principles of a healthy and varied diet to prepare dishes; understand where food comes from. Cooking and nutrition As part of their work with food, pupils are taught how to cook and apply the principles of nutrition and healthy eating. Instilling a love of cooking in pupils will also open a door to one of the great expressions of human creativity. Learning how to cook is a crucial life skill that enables pupils to feed themselves and others affordably and well, now and in later life. Key stage 2 course content Understand and apply the principles of a healthy and varied diet. Prepare and cook a variety of predominantly savoury dishes using a range of cooking techniques. Understand seasonality, and know where and how a variety of ingredients are grown, reared, caught and processed. Year 7 and 8 Course Content: In Years 7 and 8, all pupils study Food Preparation and Nutrition for one lesson a week, this generally alternates between theory then practical lessons. Aims: The course content aims to deliver the theoretical knowledge needed by carrying out practical activities with the recipe linking to the topic being taught. These practical lessons will develop essential practical skills and understanding of ingredients and recipes. It is designed to provide all pupils with a range of cookery skills, knowledge of nutrition as well as an understanding of food science, food safety, food choice and food provenance. Course information: In Year 7 we consider: Preparing for practical work. Personal safety. Weighing and measuring accurately. Using an oven safely. Using specialised cooking equipment. Introduction to nutrition and healthy eating. Allergens and intolerance. Cuisine from different cultures. Knife skills - Fruit and vegetables. Preparation skills – Fruit and vegetables. Making doughs and using raising agents – Scones. How to make a range of sauces – Reduction (bolognese/tomato/curry). Food waste - Using leftovers. Mini design and make project - Muffins. Planning for practical assessment - Baked bean challenge. Practical and written assessment. Practical lessons: Recipes may include: fruit salad, courgette brownies, pasta and tomato sauce, Hawaiian poke bowls, scones, goujons, spaghetti bolognese, fridge-raid pasta bake, baked bean challenge, muffins, crumble dips and dippers, stir fry, curry. In Year 8 we consider: Macro and micro-nutrients - Sources and functions The science behind bread - Gluten formation The science of pastries - Shortening Food waste Food seasonality Knife skills – Fruit and vegetables Preparation skills – Fruit and vegetables Producing doughs – Lean and enriched breads, yeast Pastry skills - Shortcrust and blind baking Producing sauces – Gelatinisation of roux-based sauce (macaroni cheese/lasagne) Dietary requirements – Vegetarian and vegan Aeration - Swiss roll/Yule log Raising agents – Biological, chemical and mechanical Food commodities – Potatoes, rice, pasta and bread Sensory evaluations Mini design and make project - Sponge tartlets Planning for practical assessment Practical and written assessment Practical lessons: Recipes may include: cooking eggs in different ways, jerk chicken/halloumi, meatballs and tomato sauce, apple pie, quiche, macaroni cheese, ice cream and fruit coulis, fougasse, savoury swirls, vegan hot cross buns, savoury profiteroles, sponge cake, sponge tartlets, macaroni cheese. Year 9 Course Content: In Year 9, all pupils study Food Preparation and Nutrition for two hours a week, this generally alternates between theory then practical lessons. Aims: The course content aims to deliver the theoretical knowledge needed by carrying out practical activities with the recipe linking to the topic being taught and to further enrich and deepen the pupils’ knowledge from KS3. Practical lessons will build upon skills already learned whilst also develop key practical and technical skills and understanding of ingredients and recipes. It is designed to provide all pupils with a range of cookery skills, knowledge of nutrition as well as an understanding of food science, food safety, food choice and food provenance. Course information In Year 9 we consider: The importance of a healthy balanced diet Nutritional analysis Life stage requirements Different cooking methods and how they affect the properties of different foods Bacterial contamination and the role of micro-organisms and enzymes in food spoilage The influence of food from different countries and religions Food labelling and marketing How to buy, store, prepare, serve, and cook food properly Where food comes from and how can we make the most of our seasonal produce Design and make Afternoon Tea project Preparation skills – Jointing chicken, piping and shaping Dough and Pastry skills – Pasta, puff and choux pastries Bread skills – Brioche buns Pasta skills – Tagliatelle and ravioli Biological aeration and fermentation Gluten formation Caramelisation Planning for practical assessment Practical and written assessment Practical and written assessment Practical lessons: Recipes may include: KFC fakeaway, burgers and brioche buns, samosas, tarte tatin, tagliatelle/ravioli and sauce, profiteroles with crème pâtissière, chicken Kievs, jam, sausage rolls, share and tear bread. Food Preparation and Nutrition GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition is an exciting and creative course which focuses on practical cooking skills to ensure students develop a thorough understanding of nutrition, food provenance and the working characteristics of food materials. At its heart, this qualification focuses on nurturing pupils’ practical cookery skills to give them a strong understanding of nutrition. We encourage pupils of all abilities to make full use of their skills and to exceed their potential by taking the AQA Food Preparation and Nutrition GCSE. Pupils are encouraged to enter external competitions such as the Future Chef Competition, the Tunnocks Teacake Challenge and complete the Junior Chef Programme run by Eastleigh College – we have already had several Y10 and Y11 pupils graduate with glowing reviews. Course information: There are 6 main topics in the GCSE Course: Food Preparation Skills - a range of food preparation and cooking skills needed throughout the GCSE Food, Nutrition and Health - Macronutrients, micronutrients and the nutritional needs and health Food Science - Cooking, heat transfer and the functional and chemical properties of food Food Safety - Food spoilage and contamination and principles of food safety Food Choice - Factors affecting food choice, British and International cuisine, sensory evaluation, food labelling and food marketing Food Provenance - Environmental impact of food and sustainability of food, food processing and food production Assessment: 15% – Food Science Practical Investigation – NEA 1 Pupils show their understanding of the working characteristics, and functional and chemical properties of ingredients. 35% – Food Practical Preparation – NEA 2 Pupils demonstrate their knowledge, skills and understanding in relation to the planning, preparation, cooking, presentation of food and application of nutrition related to a chosen task. Pupils do this by preparing, cooking and presenting a final menu of three dishes within three hours, planning in advance how this will be achieved. 50% – Written Exam Paper Pupils are assessed on their theoretical knowledge of food preparation and nutrition from the subject content. The exam is 1 hour 45 minutes and is out of 100 marks, with multiple choice questions (20 marks) and five longer questions each with a number of sub-questions (80 marks). Exam Board: AQA – 8585 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

Find guidance for submitting an authorised absence request at The Westgate School, including how to apply, what qualifies, and key information for parents. Authorised Absence Request Authorised Absence Request Children have 13 weeks annual holiday from school and school holiday dates are published well in advance online. As such, all parents/carers are expected wherever possible to plan and take their family holidays at this time so as not to disrupt their children’s education. Education law states that parents do not have a right to take their child out of school for a holiday during term time. Only in exceptional circumstances may a headteacher grant permission for leave; and it is the headteacher’s decision on whether the absence is exceptional and how many days to approve. If you would like to apply for an authorised absence, please browse to the contact form via this link and select 'authorised absence request' where you will be able to complete an online request form. Parents/carers who take their child out of school without the absence being agreed and authorised by written permission from the school can be issued with a penalty fine. Information on Penalty Notices for non-attendance at school Home Parents & Pupils School Teaching Hours Exam Information Edulink PSA Pupil Portal School Uniform Authorised Absence Request Medicines & Treatment Consent Form Senior School Council Parent Information

Develop leadership skills through professional coaching and mentoring for educators. Go Leadership Coaching & Mentoring Go Leadership Coaching & Mentoring Lead Professional: Mrs. F Dean (Executive Headteacher); Mrs. J Edwards (Head of School) and Mrs. K. Evans (Deputy Headteacher) Leadership coaching and mentoring provide structured support for individuals in leadership roles to develop their skills, confidence, and strategic thinking. Through personalised sessions, leaders can reflect on their practice and identify areas for growth. This process fosters resilience and adaptability, enabling leaders to navigate complex challenges effectively. Mentoring complements coaching by offering guidance from experienced professionals who share insights and practical advice. It creates a collaborative environment where leaders can learn from real-world experiences, build networks, and gain perspective on long-term career development. Together, coaching and mentoring strengthen leadership capacity and contribute to sustainable improvement across teams. For more information, use the contact form: Contact and sele ct Collaborative Working & Partnerships citing Leadership Coaching . Go Collaborative Working & partnerships Next page 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 Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

Exam Invigilators Exam Invigilators Exam Invigilators Exam Invigilators Exam Invigilators Exam Invigilators Exam Invigilators Exam Invigilators Exam Invigilators Exam Invigilators Exam Invigilators Exam Invigilators Date Posted 19/11/2025 Exam Invigilators Casual contract £12.85 per hour (plus 12.07% holiday allowance) Would you be interested in helping support our pupils in their GCSE Examinations? We are seeking to recruit new Exam Invigilators to work with the existing team of highly experienced invigilators in the running of all mock and external examinations at our school, including GCSEs. The post would be ideally suited to applicants who feel a sense of responsibility for today’s young people and who are able to work flexible daytime hours. Full training will be provided and working hours will be negotiated for each exam period. New invigilators normally work side by side with more experienced colleagues until they are able to work on their own and exams can be anything from a single pupil in their own room to helping cover in the Hall with 200 pupils. As an exam invigilator you will work within a team to ensure that each exam is run in accordance with the formal guidelines, whilst ensuring that our pupils experience their exams in a calm environment. The GCSE Exam season will be 7 May – 17 June 2026 You will be required to be in school by 8.00 a.m. for a morning exam and by 12.15 p.m. for an afternoon exam. You would usually be in a session for about three hours (including setting up and clearing away at the end) but some exams can be longer than this. Parking on site cannot be guaranteed. Our mock exams for this school year are scheduled as follows: 24 November – 11 December 2025 23-27 January 2026 9-12 February 2026 23 June – 6 July 2026 For the mock exams we would require you to be in school by 8.00 a.m. for the first session and 10.30 a.m. for the second session. There will also be a requirement to attend a paid induction session prior to the Examinations and you will need to commit to at least 2 days (or 4 exams per week) during each period. We are committed to safeguarding children. Applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS and barred list check. Please forward completed applications to recruitment@westgate.hants.sch.uk We will consider applications as they arrive, and reserve the right to close this advert at any time, therefore, please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this role. Safeguarding: The Westgate School and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Pre-employment checks: All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks, which will include an online search in order to identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education recommendations. Child Protection Policy: You can find The Westgate School’s Child Protection Policy document on our Policies webpage: Policies Equal Opportunities: In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. AI We understand that you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, and original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own. This is so that your application is authentically and credibly your own. How to apply Please send completed application forms to the HR team recruitment@westgate.hants.sch.uk We will consider applications as they arrive, and reserve the right to close this advert at any time. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in this role. Role Profile Exam Invigilator 2023 .docx Download DOCX • 214KB Support Colleague Application Form .docx Download DOCX • 52KB 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 Collaborative Working & Partnerships Contact

Join our Netball Club for fun, fitness, and teamwork. All skill levels welcome. Come play with us! Netball Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Netball Internal / External Internal Age Range Year 7 - 11 Contact See EduLink for further details Join us at Netball club for fun and to improve your fitness, coordination and teamwork skills. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Join Interg8 Dance for fun, fitness, and creativity. Open to all pupils. Integr8 Dance Go Go Beyond the Classroom Clubs | Wraparound | Holiday Clubs Community Lettings Integr8 Dance Internal / External External Age Range Year 1 - 6 Contact integr8dance-winchester.com/classes/ Welcome to the Integr8 Family! Integr8 Dance is the fastest growing dance company in the South. Started by Charlotte Sapey in 2009, Integr8 was started in reaction to the high growing demand for quality dance services in the UK. We work with all sections of society, from young to old and focus on the benefits of dance for all people, such as confidence, getting fit and bridging communities. We have developed an exciting and professional schools programme which allows children to experience and learn real street dance. This covers PPA time, PE Curriculum, After school clubs and specialist workshops. Integr8 also runs our own street dance school, dance parties and contract work for councils, businesses and youth organisations. Integr8 Dance works with over 45 schools and this number is steadily growing. Go Wraparound | Clubs | Holiday Clubs Go

Design Technology Creative solutions for a sustainable future Go Go Our Design and Technology curriculum intends to: Inspire and equip pupils with the skills to solve real world problems. Empower pupils to be creative, innovative, ready to make mistakes and to learn from practical experience. Provide opportunities for pupils to model proposals through testing and evaluation, with a high regard for resources and an understanding of their impact on the environment and the world around them. Why Learn Design and Technology? Design and Technology is an inspiring, rigorous and practical subject. Using creativity and imagination, pupils design and make products that solve real and relevant problems within a variety of contexts, considering their own and others' needs, wants and values. They acquire a broad range of subject knowledge and draw in disciplines such as maths, science, engineering, computing and art. Pupils learn how to take risks; becoming resourceful, innovative, enterprising and capable citizens. Through the evaluation of past and present design and technology, they develop critical understanding of its impact on daily life and the wider world. High-quality design and technology education makes an essential contribution to the creativity, culture, wealth and wellbeing of the nation. Design and Technology covers core technical and designing and making principles, including a broad range of design processes, techniques and equipment. Course skills: Developing knowledge and understanding of materials and processes to be able to make high quality products Developing drawing, modelling and CAD skills to communicate ideas Product analysis Using iterative design strategies to create prototypes Developing knowledge of a wide range of materials including textiles EYFS | KS1 Content KS2 Content Year 7 & 8 Content Year 9 Content Year 10 & 11 Content Design & Technology covers core technical and designing and making principles, including a broad range of design processes, techniques and equipment. Key stage 1 subject knowledge Through a variety of creative and practical activities, pupils will be taught the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to engage in an iterative process of designing and making. Pupils work in a range of relevant contexts (e.g. the home and school, gardens and playgrounds, the local community, industry and the wider environment). When designing and making, our pupils are taught to: Design Design purposeful, functional, appealing products for themselves and other users based on design criteria Generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through talking, drawing, templates, mock-ups and, where appropriate, information and communication technology Make Select from and use a range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks [for example, cutting, shaping, joining and finishing] Select from and use a wide range of materials and components, including construction materials, textiles and ingredients, according to their characteristics Evaluate Explore and evaluate a range of existing products Evaluate their ideas and products against design criteria Technical knowledge Build structures, exploring how they can be made stronger, stiffer and more stable Explore and use mechanisms [for example, levers, sliders, wheels and axles] in their products Design & Technology covers core technical and designing and making principles, including a broad range of design processes, techniques and equipment. Key stage 2 subject knowledge Through a variety of creative and practical activities, pupils are taught the knowledge, understanding and skills needed to engage in an iterative process of designing and making. They work in a range of relevant contexts (e.g. the home, school, leisure, culture, enterprise, industry and the wider environment). When designing and making, our pupils are taught to: Design Use research and develop design criteria to inform the design of innovative, functional, appealing products that are fit for purpose, aimed at particular individuals or groups generate, develop, model and communicate their ideas through discussion, annotated sketches, cross-sectional and exploded diagrams, prototypes, pattern pieces and computer-aided design Make Select from and use a wider range of tools and equipment to perform practical tasks (e.g cutting, shaping, joining and finishing), accurately Select from and use a wider range of materials and components, including construction materials, textiles and ingredients, according to their functional properties and aesthetic qualities Evaluate Investigate and analyse a range of existing products Evaluate their ideas and products against their own design criteria and consider the views of others to improve their work Understand how key events and individuals in design and technology have helped shape the world Technical knowledge Apply their understanding of how to strengthen, stiffen and reinforce more complex structures Understand and use mechanical systems in their products (e.g. gears, pulleys, cams, levers and linkages) Understand and use electrical systems in their products (e.g. series circuits incorporating switches, bulbs, buzzers and motors) Apply their understanding of computing to program, monitor and control their products Course content: From Year 7 pupils have the opportunity to explore different materials. We design and build items to a brief using an increasingly sophisticated range of techniques. In Year 9 pupils may opt to spend more time and opportunity to develop their understanding of how designers produce pieces to match a design brief, consider new materials and deepen their understanding of the design process. In Year 10 pupils begin the GCSE syllabus. The course is topic based, each section providing the underlying information needed to grasp the key concepts of the syllabus. Assessments: The course contains assessment during each topic. Practical and design skills will be assessed in a similar format to the GCSE non-exam assessment task. The opportunity to complete exam style questions. The final GCSE assessment: 2 hour written exam – 50% of GCSE and Non-exam assessment; 35- hour iterative design and make task 50% of GCSE. Home Learning: Set in a range of formats including research tasks, completing class work and preparatory work for subsequent lessons that may include the use of GCSE Pod. Pupils are expected to complete at least one hour of Home Learning per week. Exam Board: AQA - 8552 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