Co-Educational Secondary School For 11-18 Year Olds
From Seed to Summit
Welcome to Hammersmith Academy – a school founded on the belief that every young person deserves a transformational education. Established by Tom Ilube CBE, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and one of the UK’s most influential educational leaders, our mission is simple and ambitious: Hammersmith Academy provides the challenge, opportunity and community that allows each student to find their path to success in the real world.
Responsibility, Resilience, Resourcefulness, Respect
At Hammersmith Academy, education is more than exam results, it is about character, confidence and the skills that shape a fulfilling life. We combine academic challenge with exceptional pastoral support, creating an environment where every student feels known, supported and empowered.
Ranked within the top 15% for student progress and top 25% of schools nationally for GCSE results, we help students achieve their personal best, from confident learners to future leaders.
Our ethos is defined by four core values: Responsibility • Resilience • Resourcefulness • Respect. These principles guide how we learn, behave, and grow as a community.
Academic Excellence, Enriched by Opportunity
Our knowledge-rich curriculum is taught by passionate subject specialists who set high expectations and nurture intellectual curiosity. What sets us apart is the breadth and depth of real world opportunities woven into school life.
Through our unique private school partnerships with St Paul’s School, St Paul’s Girls’ School, and our sponsors The Mercers’ Company and The Worshipful Company of Information Technologists, students access masterclasses, academic stretch, cultural experiences, and expert-led enrichment rarely found in the state sector.
We are uniquely enriched by an outstanding network of partnerships that broaden horizons and open doors for our students. Our cultural and industry partners — including Kensington Palace, the Design Museum, the Old Vic, RHS, Royal College of Music, National Geographic, the British Exploring Society and Motorsport UK — provide extraordinary real-world experiences that develop confidence, cultural capital and professional awareness. These partnerships ensure every student benefits from opportunities far beyond the traditional classroom.
These experiences open minds, raise aspirations, and ensure students leave us confident in any environment – academically, socially and professionally.
