The Hurlingham Academy

  • Secondary
  • Academy
  • Ages 11 to 16
Ofsted: Outstanding

Peterborough Road, Fulham, London, SW6 3EDOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)

The Hurlingham Academy is a secondary school in Hammersmith and Fulham for ages 11 to 16. It is one of the 78 schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. It ranks 4th of 11 secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Its latest Ofsted rating is Outstanding, from an inspection in March 2024.

Ofsted inspection

Inspected 19 March 2024, report published 7 May 2024

Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour and attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership and management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Met

What Ofsted said

From the inspection on 19 March 2024

Pupils are proud to attend this school. They work hard and thrive on the high expectations set by the school. Pupils are happy, safe and ambitious for their futures. The school fosters a harmonious and caring environment. Pupils are taught the importance of being respectful, kind and courteous. Staff work continuously with pupils in delivering the school's motto, nurturing 'The Best in Everyone'. As a result, pupils behave exceptionally well and achieve highly. Pupils value the expertise and support provided by their teachers. Pupils engage enthusiastically in lessons and are keen learners. They work in collaboration with their peers and respond well to the ambitious curriculum. Pupils are expected to work hard in lessons and they do. There is no time for pupils to lose focus. The education offered goes beyond delivering academic excellence, providing pupils with rich and varied experiences. For example, pupils regularly attend a range of clubs. They visit landmarks, exhibitions, and museums in London and abroad to enrich their learning. The school helps pupils to understand the importance of being active citizens and positive ambassadors in their wider community. For example, many pupils regularly contribute to the local food bank as part of their 'house' activities.

Exam results

GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25

147 pupils in the year group

Attainment 8 score58.4

58.4, 12.3 above the England average of 46.1.

Grade 5 or above in English and maths64.6%

64.6%, 19.2 percentage points above the England average of 45.4%.

Grade 4 or above in English and maths85.7%

85.7%, 20.9 percentage points above the England average of 64.8%.

Pupils entering the EBacc71.4%

71.4%, 30.9 percentage points above the England average of 40.5%.

EBacc average point score5.44

5.44, 1.35 above the England average of 4.09.

Pupil numbers and mix

728 pupils on roll, with places for 675

Eligible for free school meals41.3%

41.3%, 14.8 percentage points above the England average of 26.5%.

English as an additional language38%

38%, 16.4 percentage points above the England average of 21.6%.

Special educational needs support12%

12%, 2.8 percentage points below the England average of 14.8%.

Education, health and care plan5.1%

5.1%, 0.9 percentage points below the England average of 6%.

Schools near The Hurlingham Academy

SchoolDistanceOfstedResults
Lady Margaret School0.5 milesOfsted: OutstandingAttainment 8: 66.3
The Fulham Boys School0.8 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 61.4
Chelsea Academy0.9 milesOfsted: GoodAttainment 8: 51.9
Ashcroft Technology Academy0.9 milesReport card: Strong standard to exceptionalAttainment 8: 66.7
The London Oratory School1 mileOfsted: OutstandingAttainment 8: 62.3

School details

School type
Academy sponsor led
Sector
Academy
Trust
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Age range
11 to 16
Gender
Mixed
Sixth form
No
Headteacher
Mr Leon Wilson
Address
Peterborough Road, Fulham, London, SW6 3ED
Local authority
Hammersmith and Fulham
URN
141617

School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.