1. Name
West London Free School
2. Address
5 Cambridge Grove
Hammersmith
London
W6 0LB
3. History
West London Free School was established in 2011 as part of the government’s Free School programme. It was founded by a group of parents and educators with the aim of creating a traditional, academically focused state school in West London.
Since opening, the school has expanded to include both secondary and primary provision and has developed a strong reputation for its classical academic curriculum, strong discipline, and emphasis on traditional subjects such as Latin, music, and the humanities.
4. Academic Reputation & Awards
West London Free School is regarded as a high-performing comprehensive free school within West London.
Key highlights include:
- Consistently improving GCSE results year-on-year
- Strong performance in English, Mathematics, and Humanities
- Broad curriculum with a strong emphasis on classical education
- Positive reputation for student behaviour, structure, and academic focus
- Oversubscribed Year 7 intake due to strong local demand
The school is well known for its academic discipline and traditional approach to learning.
5. Year 7 Admissions Criteria (11+ Entry)
Admission to Year 7 at West London Free School is not grammar school selection, but is based on a combination of banding test and oversubscription criteria.
Banding Test:
Applicants sit a non-verbal and verbal reasoning banding assessment, designed to ensure a balanced intake across ability ranges.
Admissions Criteria:
If the school is oversubscribed, places are allocated based on:
- Children looked after or previously looked after
- Siblings of current students
- Distance from the school
- Results of the banding test (used for fair intake distribution)
6. GCSE & A-Level Results
GCSE Results:
- Strong and improving GCSE performance
- Good proportion of students achieving grade 5+ and above in core subjects
- Increasing number of higher grades (7–9) in key academic subjects
A-Level Results:
West London Free School operates a Sixth Form provision, offering A-Level courses.
- Mixed but improving A-Level outcomes
- Students progress to a range of universities including Russell Group and modern universities
- Strong focus on academic progression and university preparation
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