Guru Nanak Sikh Academy
105%
Capacity
1,580
Pupils
2.7x
Demand
About Guru Nanak Sikh Academy
Guru Nanak Sikh Academy is a heavily oversubscribed secondary school in Hillingdon, and the numbers suggest parents are keen to get their children in. For the 2025/26 intake, the school received 117 first-preference applications for just 111 total places, with an oversubscription ratio of 2.68, meaning nearly three families applied for every available spot. Of those first-preference applicants, 91 were offered places, indicating strong local demand. The school’s most recent Ofsted inspection, in 2023, rated it Good overall, with a standout Outstanding grade for behaviour and attitudes. This suggests a calm, purposeful environment that parents clearly value. The school is a Sikh faith school but welcomes pupils of all backgrounds, and its 4-18 age range means families can stay put through primary and secondary years. With 1,580 pupils on roll against a capacity of 1,500, it is operating slightly above its official limit, which is another sign of its popularity.
Academically, the school performs well above the local average. Its Progress 8 score of 0.44 is significantly higher than the Hillingdon LA average of 0.06, placing it 9th out of 21 secondary schools in the borough and in the top 25% nationally. Pupils make particularly strong progress in maths (Progress 8 score of 0.62) and the EBacc subjects (0.59), though progress in English is more modest at 0.14. At GCSE, 61.5% of pupils achieved a grade 5 or above in English and maths, and the average Attainment 8 score was 53.6. The school enters a high proportion of pupils for the EBacc (87.2%), with 38.5% achieving it at grade 4 or above. At A-level, the picture is more mixed: the value-added score of -0.18 is rated below average, and the average points per entry of 32.97 equates to a C+ grade. The best three A-levels averaged a C+ as well, so the sixth form is solid rather than outstanding.
The school is well equipped, with facilities including a swimming pool, theatre, astro turf, and a dedicated sixth form centre. Sports offered include athletics, cricket, tennis, and martial arts, while clubs range from the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award to eco club and debate. The SEND provision is broad, covering specific learning difficulties like dyslexia, autistic spectrum disorder, and speech, language and communication needs, which will reassure parents of children with additional needs. The school is oversubscribed, so families should be prepared to apply early and, if possible, demonstrate an active commitment to the Sikh ethos, as faith-based admissions criteria are likely to apply. It is a good fit for families who want a large, orderly school with strong GCSE outcomes and a clear moral framework, but who are less focused on elite sixth-form results. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is Barnhill Community High School, 2.4 km away, for those who might also be considering alternatives.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 4 to 18 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Sikh |
| Address | Springfield Road, Hayes, Hillingdon, UB4 0LT |
| Headteacher | Jaskamal Sidhu |
| Local Authority | Hillingdon |
| Number of Pupils | 1,580 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 16.3% |
| School Capacity | 1,580 / 1,500 (105% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 May 2023Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 18 Jul 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.44)
577th of 3,141
Nationally
187th of 487
In London
9th of 21
In Hillingdon
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
39.0
'22/23
27.4
'23/24
33.0
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
2022/2375%
of GCSE leavers stay on for sixth form at this school (cohort: 181 pupils).
- School sixth form (stay)75%
- FE college22%
- Sixth form college2%
- Apprenticeship1%
- Employment1%
100% 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
2022/2378%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 101 pupils).
Top-tier university progression
35%
Russell Group
38%
Top-third HE
1%
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)78%
- Employment10%
- Not sustained4%
- Apprenticeship3%
- Other 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- Mathematics34
- Psychology34
- Economics25
- History21
- Biology17
- Physics16
- Chemistry14
- English Literature11
- Religious Studies11
- Sociology11
- Government and Politics10
- Geography4
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.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
13Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
14Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed111
297
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
117 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% 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
2024/25Below the national average (25%).
Among the highest 25% — a diverse linguistic intake.
Ethnic background
- Asian56.2%
- Mixed29.9%
- White (other)0.3%
- White British0.1%
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.
Half of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
Better than half of schools in England.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this 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.
16
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 Guru Nanak Sikh Academy
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
Springfield Road, Hayes
Hillingdon, UB4 0LT
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