Westminster Academy

About Westminster Academy

Westminster Academy is a large mixed secondary school in the heart of London, currently educating 1,073 pupils against a capacity that suggests it is operating at near-full roll. The school serves a notably diverse and disadvantaged intake: 56.6% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, a figure far above the national average and among the highest in the Westminster local authority. This context is important for understanding the school’s achievements, as it works with a cohort that faces significant socioeconomic barriers. Despite this, demand appears strong — the school is oversubscribed, with admission information indicating more applications than places available, a signal that local families see it as a viable and attractive option. The headteacher, Numera Anwar, leads a mixed-gender, non-religious school that covers the full 11–18 age range, including a dedicated sixth form centre. The school’s facilities are generous for a state secondary, with a swimming pool, theatre, sports hall, tennis courts, and playing fields all on site.

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