Pimlico Academy
London, SW1V 3AT · Westminster · secondary school
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6th of 11 secondary schools in Westminster we can score. 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 — 9.1/10 against 191 of them, against 7.7/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 87 | 35% | 3.05 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 59.4 · 80 | 30% | 2.41 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.27 · 70 | 25% | 1.76 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 55.9 · 87 | 10% | 0.87 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Pimlico Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 57.7% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 54.2, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.27 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 7.6 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in February 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join FTC Robotics and Pimlico Parliament, perform in Wicked, and visit LSE, Sussex, London Zoo, HMS Belfast, Rome, Paris, Cuffley Active Learning Centre, and Imperial College London.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,079 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,250. 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 to maintain their progress from secondary to sixth form? What specific support is available for students aiming for university places at institutions like LSE or Imperial? How does the curriculum balance academic rigour with the extensive extracurricular programme?
What Ofsted said about Pimlico Academy
Overview
Pimlico Academy is described as a successful school where leaders demonstrate an "unwavering commitment" to inclusion, ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) experience high expectations. The report highlights an "extraordinary strength" in personal development and wellbeing, with pupils achieving exceptionally well and feeling safe within a culture of respect and belonging.
Strengths
- Inclusion is rated "Exceptional", with "highly effective transition arrangements" and rigorous monitoring ensuring vulnerable pupils attain significantly above national averages.
- Personal development is "Exceptional", underpinned by the 'Pimlico Promise' which guarantees access to enriching experiences like theatre visits and residential trips, fostering confidence and pride.
- Pupils make "excellent progress" across the curriculum, with disadvantaged pupils outperforming their non-disadvantaged peers nationally in most areas.
- Attendance and behaviour are at a "Strong standard", with attendance now above national averages and behaviour described as "consistently calm, orderly and highly conducive to learning".
- Leadership is "Strong", with governors and trust leaders working collectively to break down barriers to learning and maintain high standards.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should "continue to secure high attendance" and "raise the achievement of higher attaining pupils, including in the sixth form".
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively identified and managed.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 50.3 |
| 2024/25 | 54.2 |
| 2025/26 | 55.9 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 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
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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