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Parkside Studio College

Hillingdon, UB3 2SESecondaryAges 13–19MixedState
Ofsted Rating
Good
May 2023
Progress 8
-1.31
Well below average
−20+2
Competition
N/A
No data
Ranking
#3,085
of 3,141 nationally

About Parkside Studio College

Parkside Studio College is a small state secondary in Hillingdon, serving pupils aged 13 to 19, and it currently operates well below its capacity. With just 61 pupils on roll against a school capacity of 300, it is a notably intimate setting. The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals stands at 30.8%, which is significantly higher than the national average for secondary schools, indicating that the school serves a community with above-average levels of economic disadvantage. Despite this, the school is oversubscribed in its admissions, suggesting strong local demand for its particular offer. The school is mixed, non-denominational, and led by headteacher Karina Porter. Its small size means that most pupils will receive a high degree of individual attention, though it also means a narrower range of peer interaction than at a larger comprehensive.

Key Details

School TypeSecondary (State)
Age Range13 to 19 years
GenderMixed
Religious CharacterDoes not apply
AddressWood End Green Road, Hayes, Hillingdon, UB3 2SE
HeadteacherKarina Porter
Local AuthorityHillingdon
Number of Pupils61
Free School Meals (FSM)30.8%
School Capacity61 / 300 (20% full)
Sixth FormYes

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Ofsted Inspection Breakdown

4 May 2023
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Overall Effectiveness
Good
Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good

Source: Ofsted, 13 Jun 2023. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.

Facilities

9
Dining HallArt StudiosGymnasiumMusic RoomsTheatreICT SuiteSixth Form CentreAstro TurfChapel

Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.

Extracurriculars

14

Sports

DanceCricketMartial ArtsTennisRowingBasketball

Clubs & Activities

Model United NationsEco ClubDebateYoung EnterpriseCodingOrchestraDramaDuke of Edinburgh

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

SEND Support

AutismLearning Difficulty

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

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Parkside Studio College has been rated "Good" by Ofsted. This means the school provides a good standard of education and effectively supports all pupils to succeed.