West Thames College
| Type | General Further Education and Tertiary / Further education |
| Age Range | 14-99 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | London Road Isleworth Middlesex TW7 4HS |
| Phone | 02083262000 |
| Reference Number | 130447 |
West Thames College is performing exceptionally well, having been rated outstanding in key areas including the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. The college supports a diverse student body, including learners with high needs, and has established strong partnerships with employers that enrich the curriculum and enhance career opportunities for students. The college's commitment to continuous improvement is evident in the rigorous quality standards set by leaders and the collaborative approach taken towards curriculum design and delivery, aligning closely with regional skills needs.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 03 Dec 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 03 Dec 2024 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Sep 2021 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Oct 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 28 Nov 2018 | Monitoring visit |
| 14 Nov 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Mar 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Nov 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 14 May 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Oct 2006 | Monitoring visit |
| 06 Dec 2004 | Reinspection |
| 01 Dec 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Inclusive and welcoming environments for learners.
- Extensive opportunities for personal development and social activities.
- High achievement rates for young and adult learners.
- Strong partnerships with employers that enhance curriculum relevance.
- Effective support for learners with high needs.
- Ambitious and challenging curriculum designed for all learners.
Areas for Improvement
- The overall achievement rate for apprentices was not high enough due to early leavers.
Destinations after GCSE's
| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
| Name | Distance |
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Spring Grove Primary School
Star Road, Isleworth, TW7 4HB |
0.3 miles |
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Isleworth Town Primary School
Twickenham Road, Isleworth, Middlesex, TW7 6AB |
0.57 miles |
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The Smallberry Green Primary School
Turnpike Way, Isleworth, TW7 5BF |
0.62 miles |
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Marlborough Primary School
London Road, Isleworth, TW7 5XA |
0.68 miles |
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Hounslow Town Primary School
School Road, Hounslow, TW3 1QZ |
0.73 miles |
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Isleworth
South Street, Isleworth, TW7 7EE |
0.76 miles |
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Alexandra Primary School
Denbigh Road, Hounslow, TW3 4DU |
0.8 miles |
|
The Blue School CofE Primary
North Street, Isleworth, TW7 6RQ |
0.84 miles |
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Chatsworth Primary School
Heath Road, Hounslow, TW3 2NW |
0.92 miles |
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Worple Primary School
Queens Terrace, Isleworth, TW7 7DB |
1.01 miles |
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Ivybridge Primary School
Summerwood Road, Mogden Lane, Isleworth, TW7 7QB |
1.37 miles |
|
Heston Primary School
Heston Road, Heston, Hounslow, TW5 0QR |
1.38 miles |
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Chase Bridge Primary School
Kneller Road, Twickenham, TW2 7DE |
1.48 miles |
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St Stephen's C E Primary School
Winchester Road, Twickenham, TW1 1LF |
1.49 miles |
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Wellington Primary School
Sutton Lane, Hounslow, TW3 3BD |
1.5 miles |
|
Westbrook Primary School
Westbrook Road, Heston, Hounslow, TW5 0NB |
1.51 miles |
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Grove Road Primary School
Cromwell Road, Hounslow, TW3 3QQ |
1.52 miles |
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The Rosary Catholic Primary School
10 The Green, Heston, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW5 0RL |
1.56 miles |
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Tarbiyyah Primary School
40 New Heston Road, Hounslow, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW5 0LJ |
1.59 miles |
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Our Lady and St John's Catholic Primary School
Boston Park Road, Brentford, Middlesex, TW8 9JF |
1.63 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Isleworth and Syon School for Boys
Ridgeway Road, Isleworth, TW7 5LJ |
0.37 miles |
|
Oaklands School
Gresham Road, Hounslow, TW3 4BX |
0.59 miles |
|
Gumley House RC Convent School, FCJ
St John's Road, Isleworth, TW7 6XF |
0.66 miles |
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Lift Kingsley
Cecil Road, Hounslow, TW3 1AX |
0.77 miles |
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The Green School for Girls
Busch Corner, London Road, Isleworth, TW7 5BB |
0.79 miles |
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The Green School for Boys
Twickenham Road, Isleworth, TW7 6AU |
0.84 miles |
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Nishkam School West London
152 Syon Lane, Osterley, TW7 5PN |
0.84 miles |
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Bolder Academy
1 Macfarlane Lane, Isleworth, TW7 5DB |
1.04 miles |
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Lampton Academy
Lampton Avenue, Hounslow, Middlesex, TW3 4EP |
1.12 miles |
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Heston Community School
Heston Road, Heston, Hounslow, TW5 0QR |
1.32 miles |
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St Mark's Catholic School
106 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3EJ |
1.47 miles |
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Tarbiyyah Secondary School for Boys
32 New Heston Road, Hounslow, TW5 0LJ |
1.59 miles |
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The Richmond upon Thames School
Egerton Road, Twickenham, Middlesex, TW2 7SL |
1.63 miles |
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Capella House School
Egerton Road, Twickenham, TW2 7SL |
1.63 miles |
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Clarendon School
Egerton Road, Twickenham, TW2 7SL |
1.63 miles |
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New Level Academy
Wyke Gardens, London, Middlesex, W7 2BB |
1.64 miles |
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Brentford School for Girls
5 Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 0PG |
1.69 miles |
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Gunnersbury Catholic School
The Ride, Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 9LB |
1.75 miles |
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Elthorne Park High School
Westlea Road, Hanwell, London, W7 2AH |
1.8 miles |
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The Heathland School
Wellington Road South, Hounslow, TW4 5JD |
1.89 miles |