Chiswick School
122%
Capacity
1,590
Pupils
3.5x
Demand
About Chiswick School
Chiswick School has been rated Good in its most recent Ofsted inspection, a significant improvement from its previous Requires Improvement rating. The school’s Progress 8 score of 0.45 is the standout metric here, placing it in the top 25 percent of schools nationally and ranking it 10th out of 19 secondary schools in Hounslow. That score is just above the local authority average of 0.44, meaning pupils at Chiswick make stronger progress than most of their peers across the borough. The school’s Attainment 8 score of 53.5 is solid, and 73.6 percent of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths. The EBacc entry rate sits at 39.8 percent, with 32.8 percent achieving the qualification at grade 4 or above. In the sixth form, the school’s value-added score of 0.38 is rated above average, and the average grade for best three A-levels is a B-.
Ofsted’s graded inspection in 2020 awarded Good marks across the board, including for quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, and leadership and management. Personal development was rated Outstanding, which aligns with the school’s strong parent view results: 95 percent of parents would recommend the school, and 93 percent agreed or strongly agreed that their child is happy there. The school is oversubscribed, with 826 applications for 235 places in 2025/26 and 242 first-preference applications. It has a large sixth form of 157 pupils and offers a wide range of clubs including the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, coding, and drama, plus sports such as gymnastics, netball, and swimming. Facilities include a swimming pool, theatre, astro turf, and a sixth form centre.
Chiswick School is a mixed, non-religious secondary for ages 11 to 18 in Hounslow, led by headteacher Laura Ellener. It has 1,590 pupils on roll, well above its capacity of 1,300, and 30.4 percent of pupils are eligible for free school meals. The school provides for a broad range of SEND needs, including autistic spectrum disorder, speech and language communication needs, and social, emotional and mental health support. Parents responding to the parent view survey were overwhelmingly positive: 97 percent agreed the school has a good range of subjects, and 97 percent agreed their child can take part in clubs and activities. This is a large, popular comprehensive that suits families looking for strong academic progress, a well-regarded sixth form, and a school that parents feel listens to concerns and supports personal development.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Burlington Lane, London, Hounslow, W4 3UN |
| Headteacher | Laura Ellener |
| Local Authority | Hounslow |
| Number of Pupils | 1,590 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 30.4% |
| School Capacity | 1,590 / 1,300 (122% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
29 Jan 2025Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (29 Jan 2025): Improved significantly
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 1 Mar 2020. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.45)
573rd of 3,141
Nationally
185th of 487
In London
10th of 19
In Hounslow
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
42.6
'22/23
39.3
'23/24
37.0
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Where GCSE leavers go
2022/2369%
of GCSE leavers stay on for sixth form at this school (cohort: 226 pupils).
- School sixth form (stay)69%
- FE college23%
- Not sustained4%
- Sixth form college1%
95% of leavers had a sustained destination 6 months on.
Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance, KS4 pupil destinations 2022/23 (revised). Only state-funded schools are required to report.
Where school leavers go
2022/2379%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 116 pupils).
Top-tier university progression
29%
Russell Group
30%
Top-third HE
3%
Oxford / Cambridge
Percentages of the whole cohort (not just HE-goers). Russell Group = 24 elite research universities. Top-third HE = top by mean UCAS tariff.
- University (HE)79%
- Employment10%
- Not sustained5%
- Further education2%
Sources: DfE 16-18 destination measures (broad bucket); DfE KS5 student destinations file (Russell Group / top-third HE / Oxbridge). Level 3 cohort. “Sustained” means the pupil was in education, apprenticeship or employment for 6 months in the year following completion.
Sixth form A-level subjects
2022/23- Mathematics44
- Psychology30
- Government and Politics27
- English Literature25
- Biology23
- History23
- Business Studies:Single22
- Sociology22
- Economics21
- Chemistry20
- Physics17
- Logic / Philosophy13
Subjects with at least 3 entries in 2022/23. Number shown next to each subject is the number of pupils who sat that A-level exam — a rough indicator of subject popularity at this school. Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance.
Ofsted Parent View
248 responsesWould Recommend This School
Source: Ofsted Parent View (GOV.UK statistical data), Sep – Sep 2025
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
12Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
20Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed235
826
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
242 families put this school as their 1st choice (29% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than half of schools in England.
Better than half of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Above the national average (25%) — higher-disadvantage intake.
Above the national median (10%) — a meaningful share speak English as an additional language.
Ethnic background
- White British30.4%
- White (other)21.4%
- Mixed15.6%
- Asian5.6%
- Black1.4%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/2575% of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Permanent exclusion is rare — most schools have none in a given year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
15
Total schools
13
Oversubscribed
13
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chiswick School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Burlington Lane, London
Hounslow, W4 3UN
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