Hillside Junior School
Northwood, HA6 1RX · Hillingdon · primary school
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25th of 54 primary schools in Hillingdon we can score, 64 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.5/10 against 2,924 of them, against 5.9/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 67.0 · 57 | 62% | 3.50 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 9.0 · 61 | 38% | 2.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Hillside Junior School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 67.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. A further 9.0% reached the higher standard, against a national median of 7%. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Dodgeball, Gymnastics, Chess, K-Kwon-Do, Portuguese, Rock Steady Music, Art, and Football clubs. The school also provides a breakfast club and an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 210 pupils against a stated capacity of 240. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are working towards the expected standard in maths? What are the specific entry criteria for the current academic year? How are the various clubs scheduled to ensure they do not conflict with core lessons?
What Ofsted said about Hillside Junior School
Overview
Pupils at Hillside Junior School feel "happy and safe" and display "respectful behaviour" with rare bullying. While the curriculum is "ambitious" and many pupils achieve national standards, the quality of education and leadership require improvement due to inconsistent implementation and insufficient support for vulnerable groups.
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy a "wider offer" of activities, including fencing and rock band, and develop leadership skills through roles like "well-being ambassadors".
- The curriculum is well-sequenced, allowing pupils to "revisit and embed their understanding over time" in subjects like geography.
- Pupils "enjoy reading and read each day," with texts carefully chosen to enhance broader curriculum learning.
- Personal development is "well considered," with pupils taught about online safety, democracy, and cultural landmarks.
- Staff feel supported by leaders, and parents receive resources in "a range of home languages" to assist with homework.
Areas to improve
- Leaders must ensure oversight is "more sharply focused on how well the curriculum is implemented and its impact on pupils’ learning," particularly for those with SEND or English as an additional language.
- Assessment information must be used "consistently to adapt teaching" to address misconceptions and gaps in knowledge swiftly.
- Support for pupils at the early stages of reading must be improved to ensure they can read "accurately or fluently."
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 67% |
| 2023/24 | 63% |
| 2024/25 | 67% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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