North West London Independent Special School
North West London Independent Special School is an other independent special school in Ealing for pupils aged 7 to 19. It has 56 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for North West London Independent Special School is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2025. In 2025 its average Attainment 8 score was 9.9, and 10% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: March 2025. GCSE results: 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 7-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 85 Old Oak Common Lane East Acton Ealing London Middlesex W3 7DD |
| Phone | 02087495403 |
| Reference Number | 135794 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 56 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 92.86%
Girls: 7.14% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
North West London Independent Special School has demonstrated outstanding performance across all areas of its educational provision. The school, which caters to students with special educational needs and disabilities, delivers a rich and ambitious curriculum that effectively addresses the individual needs of its pupils. Strong leadership, alongside a cohesive teaching staff, has fostered an environment where students who initially struggle socially and academically can thrive. As a result, the school successfully supports its pupils in becoming confident and independent young adults, ready for their next steps in education or employment.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 04 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Feb 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Mar 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 19 Nov 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 07 Feb 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 11 Jun 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Mar 2010 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Outstanding quality of education across all domains.
- Strong, trusting relationships between staff and pupils.
- Effective therapeutic and pastoral support for pupils.
- Logically ordered and ambitious curriculum that promotes learning.
- Highly effective reading and communication support.
- Exceptional personal development and enrichment opportunities.
- High-quality careers guidance and work experience placements.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 9.9 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 9.5% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 9.5% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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What is North West London Independent Special School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for North West London Independent Special School is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2025.
When was North West London Independent Special School last inspected by Ofsted?
North West London Independent Special School was last inspected in March 2025.
How many pupils does North West London Independent Special School have?
North West London Independent Special School has 56 pupils on roll.
What age range does North West London Independent Special School cover?
North West London Independent Special School for pupils aged 7 to 19.
What are North West London Independent Special School's GCSE results?
In 2025 its average Attainment 8 score was 9.9, and 10% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is North West London Independent Special School?
North West London Independent Special School is at 85 Old Oak Common Lane, East Acton, Ealing, London, Middlesex, W3 7DD.