Hammersmith Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 25 Cathnor Road London W12 9JD |
| Phone | 02082226000 |
| Reference Number | 136172 |
Hammersmith Academy is performing well as a good school, demonstrating a strong commitment to the success of all its pupils. Leaders prioritize a culture of aspiration and ensure that every student has access to opportunities for enrichment and learning, both in and out of school. While the curriculum is broad and ambitious, particular focus is placed on reading and the development of key knowledge, with additional support offered as needed. Students exhibit pride in their school environment and interactions with staff and peers are characterized by respect and kindness.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 950 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.26%
Girls: 46.74% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 34.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 49.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 71 | 69 | 140 |
| 8 | 80 | 61 | 141 |
| 9 | 84 | 64 | 148 |
| 10 | 72 | 68 | 140 |
| 11 | 72 | 67 | 139 |
| 12 | 78 | 54 | 132 |
| 13 | 49 | 61 | 110 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| African | 20.8% |
| White, Other | 13.5% |
| Asian, Other | 10.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 9.7% |
| White, British | 9.2% |
| Pakistani | 4% |
| Caribbean | 3.7% |
| Unclassified | 3.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.3% |
| White & Asian | 1.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.6% |
| Chinese | 1.5% |
| Indian | 0.7% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 19 Jan 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 19 Jan 2022 | School inspection |
| 01 Mar 2017 | Short inspection |
| 06 Feb 2013 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- High levels of subject expertise among teachers.
- A broad and ambitious curriculum tailored to students' needs.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Strong collaboration among subject leaders in curriculum planning.
- Emphasis on pupils' happiness and well-being, with effective pastoral support.
- Students demonstrate high-quality work and confidence in learning.
Areas for Improvement
- Some aspects of the Key Stage 3 curriculum do not deepen pupils' understanding.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 52 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 56.1% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 67.6% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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:
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UnlockGCSE Results
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 31.31 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 34.43 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | B | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C+ | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 8.2% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 143 | 25 |
| Third Preference | 116 | 11 |
| From another Local Authority | 195 | 18 |
Previous Years
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| Name | Distance |
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Vanessa Nursery School
14 Cathnor Road, London, W12 9JA |
0.06 miles |
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Greenside Primary School
Westville Road, Hammersmith, London, W12 9PT |
0.14 miles |
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Brackenbury Primary School
Dalling Road, Hammersmith, London, W6 0BA |
0.19 miles |
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Miles Coverdale Primary School
Coverdale Road, Shepherds Bush, Coverdale Road, London, W12 8JJ |
0.33 miles |
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John Betts Primary School
Paddenswick Road, London, W6 0UA |
0.36 miles |
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Good Shepherd RC Primary School
35 Gayford Road, London, W12 9BY |
0.41 miles |
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St Stephen's CofE Primary School
Uxbridge Road, London, W12 8LH |
0.43 miles |
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Earl's Court Free School Primary
Cambridge Grove, London, W6 0LB |
0.49 miles |
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Flora Gardens Primary School
34 Lena Gardens, London, W6 7PZ |
0.53 miles |
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West London Free School Primary
Cambridge Grove, London, W6 0LB |
0.55 miles |
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16 Ravenscourt Avenue, London, W6 0SL |
0.56 miles |
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0.57 miles |
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Cobbold Road, London, W12 9LB |
0.58 miles |
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Australia Road, London, W12 7PH |
0.63 miles |
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Wormholt Park Primary School
Bryony Road, London, W12 0SR |
0.68 miles |
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St Peter's Primary School
33 St Peter's Road, Hammersmith, London, W6 9BA |
0.71 miles |
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St John XXIII Catholic Primary School
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0.72 miles |
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0.73 miles |
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0.73 miles |
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Bute House Preparatory School for Girls
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0.74 miles |
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0.46 miles |
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0.52 miles |
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0.66 miles |
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Cambridge School
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0.67 miles |
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0.77 miles |
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Phoenix Academy
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0.77 miles |
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Sacred Heart High School
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0.79 miles |
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0.87 miles |
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0.94 miles |
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1.03 miles |
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1.04 miles |
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1.04 miles |
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1.08 miles |
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SIAL
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1.1 miles |
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Wetherby Pembridge
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1.15 miles |
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The Lloyd Williamson School Foundation
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1.16 miles |