The Fulham Boys School
101%
Capacity
808
Pupils
5.3x
Demand
About The Fulham Boys School
The Fulham Boys School sits second among 11 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham, according to its Progress 8 score, and ranks 48th out of 487 similar schools across London. Its closest academic peer in the local authority is West London Free School, which holds the top spot with a slightly higher score, followed by The Hurlingham Academy and Sacred Heart High School. The school is a Church of England boys’ secondary with a sixth form, and it operates slightly above its official capacity of 800 pupils, currently enrolling 808. It is heavily oversubscribed: for 115 places in 2025/26, the school received 615 applications, with 171 first-preference applications and 77 first-preference offers. That gives an oversubscription ratio of 5.35 applicants per place, making it a highly sought-after option for families in the borough.
Academically, the school’s Progress 8 score of 0.93 is well above average nationally and significantly higher than the local authority average of 0.35. Its Attainment 8 score sits at 62, and 90.2% of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths, with 73% reaching grade 5 or above. The English Baccalaureate entry rate is 63.9%, and 60.7% of pupils achieved the EBacc at grade 4 or above. In its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2022, the school was rated Good overall, with an Outstanding rating for personal development. Leadership, behaviour, quality of education, and sixth-form provision were all rated Good. At A-level, pupils achieved an average grade of B across their best three subjects, with a points-per-entry score of 38.86, and the value-added banding was rated Average.
The school offers a broad range of facilities including a theatre, chapel, sixth-form centre, science labs, astro turf, and music rooms. Sports include cricket, rowing, football, and hockey, and clubs range from choir and orchestra to coding, Model UN, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. The school’s SEND provisions cover nine categories, including dyslexia, autistic spectrum disorder, and speech, language and communication needs. With its strong academic outcomes, Christian ethos, and heavy oversubscription, this school will suit families who prioritise high attainment and a structured, boys-only environment. Its location in Hammersmith and Fulham places it within half a kilometre of The London Oratory School, the nearest Outstanding-rated secondary in the borough.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Boys |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | 532 Fulham Road, London, Hammersmith and Fulham, SW6 5BD |
| Headteacher | David Smith |
| Local Authority | Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Number of Pupils | 808 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 24.2% |
| School Capacity | 808 / 800 (101% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
11 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Additional Provisions
Source: Ofsted, 30 Nov 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.93)
105th of 3,141
Nationally
48th of 487
In London
2nd of 11
In Hammersmith and Fulham
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly 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
38.0
'22/23
40.4
'23/24
38.9
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
Where school leavers go
2022/2374%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 70 pupils).
- University (HE)74%
- Employment17%
- Not sustained3%
- Apprenticeship1%
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.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed115
615
Extremely High Demand
Very competitive - significantly more applications than places
171 families put this school as their 1st choice (28% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than 75% 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%).
Above the national median (10%) — a meaningful share speak English as an additional language.
Ethnic background
- White British42.6%
- White (other)16.1%
- Mixed13.4%
- Asian5.0%
- Black2.1%
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.
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.
26
Total schools
24
Oversubscribed
18
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 The Fulham Boys 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
532 Fulham Road, London
Hammersmith and Fulham, SW6 5BD
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