John Locke Academy
107%
Capacity
674
Pupils
2.9x
Demand
About John Locke Academy
John Locke Academy is a state-funded None primary school serving the Hillingdon community, welcoming children from age 3 to 11. The school has 674 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (107% of 630 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
the school is led by headteacher Darrell Butler, it falls under Hillingdon local authority.
In terms of academic performance, 61% of pupils met the expected standard in Reading, Writing and Maths at KS2 — close to the national average. Additionally, ranked 7501st out of 13,686 schools in England. Additionally, 37th out of 55 in Hillingdon.
John Locke Academy is a popular choice with families — it received 262 applications for 90 places, making it 2.9x oversubscribed. Of these, 102 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 5 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Social, Emotional & Mental Health, Speech, Language & Communication and 2 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at John Locke Academy include Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Outdoor Playground, Dining Hall.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Swimming, Tennis, Cross Country and 1 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Chess, Drama.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in Hillingdon, John Locke Academy 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 Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 11 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Bader Way, Uxbridge, Hillingdon, UB10 0FW |
| Headteacher | Darrell Butler |
| Local Authority | Hillingdon |
| Number of Pupils | 674 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 674 / 630 (107% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
24 Apr 2024Overall Effectiveness
Outstanding
Latest inspection (24 Apr 2024): School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 Next
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 26 Jun 2017. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths (61%)
7501st of 13,686
Nationally
1225th of 1,592
In London
37th of 55
In Hillingdon
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE KS2 Reading, Writing & Maths data
KS2 SATs Results
2023/24Reading, Writing & Maths Combined
61%
Expected Standard
6%
Higher Standard
'22/23
65%
'23/24
61%
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. National expected standard benchmark is around 65%.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
4Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
8Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed90
262
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
102 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.
Frequently Asked Questions About John Locke Academy
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Contact Information
Bader Way, Uxbridge
Hillingdon, UB10 0FW
Journey to School
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