More than 40 of the borough’s schools have been recognised by the Secretary of State for Education for their work to help disadvantaged pupils achieve strong results.
Bridget Phillipson MP congratulated the schools, in a letter to headteachers, for their exceptional results in the 2024/25 academic year. She praised the dedication of leaders, teachers and support staff, and highlighted the hard work of pupils who continue to aim high and exceed expectations.
You can view the full list of schools that received the recognition at the bottom of this story.
The Secretary of State wrote that these schools were ‘among the very best nationally’ in supporting disadvantaged pupils to achieve ‘strong academic outcomes’. She also encouraged school leaders to keep sharing their expertise with others through local networks, professional communities and regional partnerships.
In total, 44 schools in the borough received recognition for their achievements. This reflects the borough’s long-standing commitment to inclusion, ambition and high standards for every child. You can see this in the 98% of maintained schools that Ofsted has rated Good or Outstanding. The borough’s schools have a strong track record of supporting pupils who face barriers to learning, and this recognition shows the impact of that work.
Helping pupils thrive
One of the schools to receive the praise was Stanhope Primary School, in Greenford. Headteacher Hannah Widdison said: “. This affirmation reflects our unwavering belief that inclusion and high attainment must go hand in hand.”
This national recognition highlights the strength of leadership across the borough, the quality of teaching in classrooms, and the targeted support that enables disadvantaged pupils to thrive. It also shows how schools are helping to raise aspirations and improve life chances for children and young people.
Councillor Josh Blacker, the council’s cabinet member for a fairer start, said: “Schools across the borough work tirelessly to give every child the chance to succeed. This recognition shows the impact of that commitment. Through the Ealing Learning Partnership, we will carry on supporting schools to learn from each other, share what works and keep raising standards. When we work together, we can make sure every child in the borough has the opportunity to thrive.”
Here’s a list of the schools that have been recognised:
Primary schools
- North Ealing Primary School
- St John’s Primary School
- West Twyford Primary School
- Beaconsfield Primary and Nursery School
- Coston Primary SchoolRavenor Primary School
- Selborne Primary SchoolHambrough Primary School
- Southfield Primary School
- Blair Peach Primary School
- Clifton Primary School
- Dairy Meadow Primary School
- Durdans Park Primary School
- Gifford Primary School
- Willow Tree Primary School
- Lady Margaret Primary School
- Little Ealing Primary School
- Stanhope Primary School
- Viking Primary School
- Wolf Fields Primary School
- Three Bridges Primary School
- Montpelier Primary School
- Tudor Primary School
- St Anselm’s Catholic Primary School
- St Gregory’s Catholic Primary School
- St Vincent’s Catholic Primary School
- The Edward Betham Church of England Primary School
- Khalsa Primary School
- Brentside Primary School
- Ark Priory Primary Academy
- Dormers Wells Primary School
Secondary schools
- Villiers High School
- The Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School
- Greenford High School
- The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls
- Elthorne Park High School
- Alec Reed Academy
- Drayton Manor High School
- Twyford Church of England High School
- Featherstone High School
- William Perkin Church of England High School
- Ealing Fields Church of England High School
- Dormers Wells High School
- Ada Lovelace Church of England High School
