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What a fantastic end to the 2024/25 school year it was at Westbridge Academy. The final few weeks of July raced by as so many events took place to celebrate our wonderful children. On Friday 18th July, some Year 5 and 6 pupils took part in our annual Sleep Out for the Homeless, held overnight at school. Children were challenged to build their own shelters using cardboard boxes and tape — an activity

On Monday June 16th, some upper Key Stage 2 travelled with Mr McNally to central London to visit XOYO Nightclub. The children have attended Monday’s After School DJ Club since January, and they have been learning to smoothly mix various songs of their choice. At XOYO, the children were met by an international female DJ, who observed their sets and shared feedback. The children's pe

This June, Year 5 pupils had the incredible opportunity to attend a performance of The Lion King at London’s Lyceum Theatre. The excitement was tangible as children experienced the stunning spectacle of live theatre—many for the very first time. From the powerful opening number to the final curtain, pupils were captivated by the unforgettable music, dazzling costumes, and breath-takin

What a wonderful surprise the one-and-only Ms Josie had this past Thursday afternoon! Josie Hendricks has worked at Westbridge for a remarkable twenty-five years. She has worked in many roles but most recently as our wonderful Office Manager. She is the friendly face that staff, parents and pupils are greeted by each day. Nothing is too much trouble as Josie always puts others first ensuring Westbridge runs s

On Friday 21st March, the Year 5 Debating Team travelled into central London to compete in the STEP Debating semi finals. The semi final was held at the incredible Royal Bank of Canada building in Bishopsgate. Before the debate, the team admired the London skyline. During the debate, the team competed incredibly against Telscombe Cliffs Academy with all children working together collaboratively winning

Westbridge Academy's Year 5 debating team have achieved another school first by reaching the STEP Debating Championship semi finals.  Four academies remain at this stage: Beddington Park Academy, David Livingstone Academy, Telscombe Cliffs Academy and Westbridge Academy.  The team are eagerly awaiting the next topic that they will debate.  

A primary school and an independent secondary school in Battersea have been collaborating on an ambitious educational programme. Westbridge Academy, a primary academy part of STEP Academy Trust, and Emanuel School, have embarked on the Primary Ambitions Programme for a second year running. The programme, which is delivered by sixth form students and staff from Emanuel School is a fantastic op

Ambitious Battersea school achieves excellent academic results Staff and pupils at Westbridge Academy have recently been celebrating excellent Key Stage 2 outcomes for the Academic year 2023-24. This picturesque primary school situated at the heart of Batt