SchoolScoresThe Fulham Boys School
Free school · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Boys only · Church of England · Sixth form
Part of FULHAM BOYS SCHOOL LIMITED
532 Fulham Road, London, SW6 5BD
020 7381 7100 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 11 October 2022.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
120 pupils in this year group.
70% — 8 points above the Hammersmith and Fulham average, and 25 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 70% | 62% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 61.4 | 55.5 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 5.6 | 5.2 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
109 pupils in this year group.
93% — about the same as the Hammersmith and Fulham average, and about the same as the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 93% | 93% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 72% | 66% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 0% | 5% | 13% |
| Further education college | 16% | 16% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 1% | 3% |
| Work | 1% | 1% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 97% | 93% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
87 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | C+ | B- | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 24% | 32% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 49% | 60% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 34.8 | 37.2 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
20 subjects, 241 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 39 | 15% | 28% | 40% |
| Psychology | 27 | 0% | 4% | 19% |
| Economics | 25 | 20% | 48% | 26% |
| Biology | 20 | 0% | 10% | 27% |
| Religious Studies | 16 | 13% | 31% | 22% |
| Business Studies:Single | 15 | 7% | 20% | 16% |
| Geography | 12 | 0% | 0% | 23% |
| Government and Politics | 12 | 0% | 33% | 26% |
| Chemistry | 11 | 0% | 9% | 30% |
| Physics | 11 | 0% | 0% | 31% |
| History | 10 | 0% | 20% | 23% |
| Computer Studies / Computing | 9 | 0% | 11% | 24% |
| Mathematics (Further) | 9 | 11% | 33% | 59% |
| English Literature | 7 | 14% | 29% | 23% |
| Art and Design | 6 | 33% | 100% | 34% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: French, Spanish, Arabic, Italian, Persian.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
60 students in this year group.
90% — 15 points above the Hammersmith and Fulham average, and 11 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 90% | 75% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3% | 7% |
| Work | 20% | 17% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 92% | 90% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
69 students in this year group.
88% — 13 points above the Hammersmith and Fulham average, and 28 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 88% | 75% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 41% | 31% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 77% | 88% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Hammersmith and Fulham. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place.
| Places offered | 122 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 154 |
| Of those, offered a place | 74 (48%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 631 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 1.6 · 2025: 1.5 · 2026: 1.3
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
This is a Church of England school. When it has more applicants than places it can give priority to families of the faith, for example those who can show regular worship. Check the school's admissions policy to see how places are allocated.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Hammersmith and Fulham | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 8th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 52% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 28.0% | 31.3%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 7th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 50% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 3.0% | 3.4%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 6th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 40% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 12.4% | 11.5%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 12th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 47% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 10.9% | 36.4%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 6th lowest of 11 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Lower than 68% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 7.3% | 7.2%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 8th lowest of 11 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Lower than 36% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 26.3% | 21.8%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 11th lowest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Lower than 33% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 22.9 | 10.9 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 12th lowest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Lower than 11% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 15.0% | 6.8% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded4 pupils | 0.50% | 0.18% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 5th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 13% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 14.7 | 14.2 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 6th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 37% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 11.3 | 11.3 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 7th highest of 12 state secondary schools in Hammersmith and Fulham. Higher than 84% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 21.4% | 17.8%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- The London Oratory School 0.3 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2022) · 78% grade 5+ English and maths
- Lady Margaret School 0.4 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2023) · 82% grade 5+ English and maths
- Fulham Cross Girls' School and Language College 0.6 miles · Ofsted: Report card 2026: 6 strong · 54% grade 5+ English and maths
- The Fulham Prep School Ltd 0.6 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Fulham Cross Academy 0.7 miles · Ofsted: Good (2015), confirmed 2023 · 46% grade 5+ English and maths
- Chelsea Academy 0.7 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 53% grade 5+ English and maths
- The Hurlingham Academy 0.8 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2024) · 65% grade 5+ English and maths
- Collingham 1.0 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 27% A*/A at A level
- William Morris Sixth Form 1.0 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · C- average A level grade
- St James Senior Girls' School 1.1 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 41% A*/A at A level
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is The Fulham Boys School's Ofsted rating?
The Fulham Boys School was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 11 October 2022.
How did The Fulham Boys School do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 70% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 25 points above the England average of 45%.
Is The Fulham Boys School oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 154 families put The Fulham Boys School as their first choice for 122 places: about 1.5 first-choice applications for every place. 74 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 141135.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.