The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2019).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 57.2 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2019
- The school is at capacity (106% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
57.2
13.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
69%
26.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
70%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.10
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
96%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 242 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
11% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
1% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 136 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,580
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 22%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Ealing
- Head
- Mr Steve Ward (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
11 official reports linked on this page, including 10 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Outstanding
March 2019 | Full Inspection
Short inspection
March 2018 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
March 2015 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
January 2014 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Monitoring visit
October 2013 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Requires Improvement
July 2013 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2012 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
March 2010 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
October 2008 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
May 2004 | Full Inspection
Location
Westlea Road, Hanwell, London, W7 2AH
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmNew Level Academy
Independent · Very close
Oaklands Primary School
Primary · 582m away
Fielding Primary School
Primary · 630m away
St Mark's Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Ealing Fields Church of England High School
Secondary · 1.3km away
Bolder Academy
Secondary · 1.3km away
Gunnersbury Catholic School
Secondary · 1.3km away
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Questions parents ask
Is Elthorne Park High School a selective school?
No. Elthorne Park High School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Elthorne Park High School's Ofsted rating?
Elthorne Park High School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Elthorne Park High School?
Elthorne Park High School currently has 1,580 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Elthorne Park High School take?
Elthorne Park High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 19. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Elthorne Park High School?
Elthorne Park High School is in London, W7 2AH, in the Ealing local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Elthorne Park High School have a sixth form?
Yes, Elthorne Park High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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