About Westside School

A structured alternative provision supporting students aged 11–16 to rebuild confidence, achieve academically and move forward.

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Headteacher’s Welcome

Head teacher’s Welcome

“Welcome to Westside School! Every young person who joins us brings their own story, and our role is to help them see themselves as capable, valued and ready to move forward.

We believe strongly in high expectations paired with genuine care, and our small classes and close relationships with students mean no one is left to navigate their education alone.

I am proud of what our students achieve here, and prouder still of the confidence and sense of purpose they leave with. I look forward to welcoming you to our school community!”

Pani Matsangos,
Headteacher
Our approach

A Different Kind  of School

Small classes. Strong relationships. Real understanding.

At Westside, we believe that every young person deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of the challenges they may have faced previously. Many students join Westside after experiencing challenges in mainstream education. Our approach focuses first on understanding the individual student before building the capacity needed to support them effectively.

UNDERSTAND

Listen and build a clear picture of every student.

SUPPORT

Provide the right support at the right time.

PROGRESS

Help students rebuild confidence and move forward with purpose.
What we believe

Our Vision

Mission

Our mission is to transform the lives of young people through exceptional education, care, and opportunity — enabling every student to thrive personally, academically, and socially.

The Westside Way

…defines how we work every day. The Westside Way is built from the foundation of exceptional safeguarding upon which learning and development depends. Without a safe, secure environment in place, our impact on student success is limited.

Our vision is to create a school environment where young people can:

  • Rebuild confidence in themselves and their abilities

  • Experience meaningful academic success

  • Develop resilience and independence

  • Prepare for further education, employment and adult life

We believe education has the power to transform lives, and we hold high expectations for every student who joins our school.

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EXCEPTIONAL SAFEGUARDING BUILDING STUDENTS’ CAPACITY CALM AND PURPOSEFUL LEARNING
OUR LEADERSHIP

Leadership at Westside

Westside School is led by an experienced and committed leadership team, providing clear direction, strong oversight and a consistent focus on student outcomes.

Pani Matsangos

Headteacher and CEO

Caroline Clark

Chair and Member

Dominic Bolton

Chair of Finance

Piers Mulroney

Trustee

Julian Critchlow

Member

Michael Milner

Member

Robert Devereux

Member

Sarah Abell

Trustee and Member

Sasha Howard

Trustee

Clare Laurent

Trustee

Susan Whiddington

Trustee

Christina Lyons

Trustee

Deborah Lee Rhodes

Trustee

Kevin Browne

Deputy Headteacher

Keighley McNeish

Assistant Headteacher

Nick Prempeh

Deputy Headteacher

Estee Nassey

School SENDCo

Grace Collins

Lead for Teaching Excellence and Immersive Learning

Tashauna Vassell

Head of Inclusion

Peter Stevenson

Lead of Vocational Pathways, Partnership and Progression

Dean Sandford

Director of Creative and Performing Arts

Anna Wyskok

Headteachers PA and Office Administrator
Holistic care

Supporting the  Whole Child

Therapeutic support built in. Every day. Every student.

Education at Westside goes beyond academic learning. Many of our students benefit from additional support to develop socially, emotionally and mentally.

Speech & Language

Occupational Therapy

Educational Psychology

Music Therapy

Emotional Therapy

Pastoral & Wellbeing

Alongside these services, students participate in enrichment activities and experiences that help build confidence, resilience and independence.

Day to day

School Life at Westside

Education at Westside goes beyond academic learning. Many of our students benefit from additional support to develop socially, emotionally and mentally.

Enrichment

Engaging lessons. New experiences.

Structured school day

Consistency and calm.

Supportive community

Strong connections.
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Together

Our Community

A safe and supportive community is central to life at Westside. We work closely with families, carers and external professionals to ensure students receive consistent support both inside and outside the classroom.

Our staff maintain an open and approachable culture where students feel able to ask for help, build trust and develop confidence.

Safeguarding

The safety and wellbeing of our students is our top priority.
If you have a safeguarding concern, please contact the school immediately so it can be addressed without delay. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
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Outcomes

Ofsted and Outcomes

Westside School has been judged Outstanding by Ofsted in two consecutive inspections,including under the new Ofsted framework.

Inspectors recognised the school's strong culture of high expectations, consistent support and the significant progress many students make during their time at Westside.

Students leave the school with recognised qualifications and go on to further education, training or apprenticeships, equipped with the confidence and skills needed for the next stage of their lives.

2x

Outstanding Ofsted Ratings
Consecutive inspections

2x

Areas of Provision
Across curriculum & enrichment

11–16

Age Range
West London
young people

100%

Personalised
Pathways
Personalised
Pathways
Come and see us

Visit Westside

See the difference for yourself.

We are always happy to welcome visitors who would like to learn more about the school and our approach. Every student deserves a fresh start — we're here to help.

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