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Park Academy West London
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- Hillingdon UB8 3GA
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and are polite
Academic Progress: Broad curriculum, some subjects have variable knowledge
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge
Current Educational Practices: Activities do not routinely ensure mastery
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers miss opportunities to embed learning
Opportunities for Involvement: Range of outings and leadership roles for pupils
Communication: Leaders work closely with parents for attendance
Parent Satisfaction: Parents' views considered through Ofsted Parent View
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Clear procedures in place
Actions for Quality Improvement: Designed extensive personal development curriculum
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe in school
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Encourage pupils to stay safe and healthy
Extracurricular Offerings: Variety of sports teams, drama, gaming, and art clubs
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Enrichment activities help skill development
Career Counselling Services: High-quality careers advice and guidance
Preparation for Sixth Form: Tailored guidance for future education and employment
Managing and Supporting SEND: Guidance for individual pupils varies in impact
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Park Academy West London is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 878 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 23% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Thank you for visiting Park Academy West London. At Park Academy, we take pride in fostering an appreciation for quality and self-belief in each of our pupils. As an academy, we take pride in inspiring in our students a passion to produce excellent results and assisting them in realising their aspirations. Achieving those aspirations takes time, which is why Park Academy strives to foster a culture where creativity and resilience go hand in hand, producing effective lifelong learners who can make contributions to society and have an impact on their surroundings. The team and I are committed to and unrelenting in our quest of excellence for academy children. We are aware of how critical it is to establish a serene and meaningful working atmosphere because it promotes outstanding behaviour and attitudes in the classroom. Students consequently grow more proud of themselves and their community as a result. By encouraging this, we give pupils a sense of community and help them understand that perseverance and hard work are essential to success. I'm looking forward to seeing you and your family when you visit the academy soon and to working with you to give your child the best academic and life-enriching experiences available.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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B-
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B
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.6 | - | 16.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 23% | 98% | 64% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 8.30% | 35.00% | 6.90% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.53 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 39.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 23% | 38.63% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 42% | 53.38% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 44% | 28.75% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 12.91% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 18.44% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.33 | 3.43 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 93.73% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 126 | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 90.08% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 23.19% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 47.81% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 3% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 16.15% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.46% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.23% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.13 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 43.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 28% | 42.5% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% | 57.28% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 29% | 27.44% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 14.09% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 18.97% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.52 | 3.43 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 90% | 90.65% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 134 | 126 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 87.85% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 24.85% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 49.65% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 1.77% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.48 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 29% | 31.71% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% 8 | 48.68% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 8% | 27.74% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% 2 | 11.87% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% 1 | 16.65% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.03 | 3.24 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 81.58% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 77.13% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.13% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 45.04% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.79% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.13% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.21% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.04% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.11 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 42.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 29% | 31.19% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% | 45.45% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 9% | 27.74% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 11.03% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 16.26% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.27 | 3.04 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 85.77% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 76.95% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.59% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 51.41% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.36% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.27% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.59% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.05% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 28.53% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 42.43% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 27.9% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 14.47% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 16.63% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 85% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 136 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 60.81% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 19.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 51.48% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.81% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.43% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.1% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 23.08 | 25.47 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.28 | 25.42 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.30% | 10.31% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 2 | 162 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 63.82% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.95% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 10.91% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.77% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 23.75 | 29.76 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.86 | 28.12 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 13.91% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 30 | 198 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 50% | 63.77% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 4.55% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 9.77% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 9.91% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 22.81 4 | 23.89 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.41 8 | 24.02 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.6% | 9.16% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 165 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 61.2% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.2% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 14.5% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.3% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 18.11 | 25.06 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 19.58 | 23.73 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.5% | 8.61% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 23.7% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.2% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 12.85% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.2% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 24.49 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 26.72 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 8.63% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 22.11% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.32% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.21% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.16% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Park Academy West London
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
