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Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College

Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College

Hammersmith and Fulham, W14 9BLSecondary School·Ages 16-99
Goodby Ofsted

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Capacity

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Pupils

4.6x

Demand

About Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College

Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College is a state-funded Does not apply secondary school serving the Hammersmith and Fulham community, welcoming children from age 16 to 99.

Ofsted has rated Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College "Good", the school is led by headteacher Karen Redhead, it falls under Hammersmith and Fulham local authority.

In terms of academic performance, its Progress 8 score of +0.25 is above the national average. Additionally, Attainment 8 is solid at 52.6. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of C. Additionally, ranked 956th out of 3,141 schools in England. Additionally, 8th out of 11 in Hammersmith and Fulham.

Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College is a popular choice with families — it received 597 applications for 131 places, making it 4.6x oversubscribed. Of these, 143 were first-preference applications.

For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 8 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Moderate Learning Difficulty, Social, Emotional & Mental Health and 5 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.

On-site facilities at Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College include Science Labs, Library, Art Studios, Sports Hall, Music Rooms, Tennis Courts, Chapel, Sixth Form Centre.

Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Gymnastics, Hockey, Rugby, Rounders and 6 more, as well as clubs including Coding, Film Club, Gardening, Drama and 5 more.

The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 34.6%, which is well above the national average for secondary schools in England.

For families exploring secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham, Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College is one of the options available in the London region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range16 to 99 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressGliddon Road, London, Hammersmith and Fulham, W14 9BL
HeadteacherKaren Redhead
Local AuthorityHammersmith and Fulham
Free School Meals (FSM)34.6%
School Capacity975
Sixth FormYes

Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

20 Jan 2022
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Overall Effectiveness

Good

Latest inspection (20 Jan 2022): School remains Good

Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 4 Mar 2013. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

League Table Position

Based on Progress 8 (+0.25)

956th of 3,141

Nationally

Top 50%

260th of 487

In London

Top 53%

8th of 11

In Hammersmith and Fulham

Top 73%

Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data

GCSE Results

2023/24

Progress 8 Score

+0.25Above Average

Students make more progress than similar students nationally

BelowAverageAbove

Attainment 8 (vs national avg)

+52.6Well Above Average

Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average

BelowAverageAbove
Grade 9-4 (Standard Pass)77%
Grade 9-5 (Strong Pass)57%

Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.

A-Level Results

2023/24
94 students

Average Points per Entry

29.6Grade C

Value Added Score

-0.16Below Average
BelowAverageAbove

Best 3 A-Levels (Average)

31.2Grade C
AAB or higher (inc. 2 facilitating)7%
Avg Points per Entry over timeDeclining -4.0

'21/22

34.4

'22/23

32.8

'23/24

29.6

Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.

SEND Support

AutismDyslexiaMental HealthSpeech & LanguageHearingPhysicalLearning DifficultyOther

Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.

Facilities

8
Science LabsLibraryArt StudiosSports HallMusic RoomsTennis CourtsChapelSixth Form Centre

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

19

Sports

GymnasticsHockeyRugbyRoundersDanceTennisCross CountryRowingCricketAthletics

Clubs & Activities

CodingFilm ClubGardeningDramaModel United NationsBook ClubOrchestraScience ClubEco Club

Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.

Admissions

2025/26Oversubscribed
Places

131

Applications

597

High Demand

Competitive - many more applications than places available

Applications to places ratio4.6x
0x1x2x3x5x+

143 families put this school as their 1st choice (24% of all applications)

Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College

Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.

Contact Information

02075651210www.wlc.ac.uk

Gliddon Road, London

Hammersmith and Fulham, W14 9BL

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Gliddon Road, London

Hammersmith and Fulham, W14 9BL

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Opening Hours

Monday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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