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Hammersmith Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Hammersmith Academy is a academy sponsor led secondary school in London, Hammersmith and Fulham , serving pupils aged 11–18, with 950 pupils, and a capacity of 975 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–18

Age range

950

Pupils

975

Capacity

97%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2013

Hammersmith Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Hammersmith Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Hammersmith and Fulham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Operating near capacity: 97% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Hammersmith and Fulham before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Hammersmith Academy — School Information

Full address
25 Cathnor Road, London, W12 9JD
Local authority
Hammersmith and Fulham
School type
Academy sponsor led
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–18 years
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
34.6% of pupils
DfE URN
136172

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Frequently Asked Questions — Hammersmith Academy

Is Hammersmith Academy oversubscribed?

Hammersmith Academy is operating close to its capacity of 975 places (97% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for Hammersmith Academy?

Admission to Hammersmith Academy is managed by Hammersmith and Fulham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Hammersmith Academy cover?

Hammersmith Academy is a secondary school in London, Hammersmith and Fulham, serving pupils aged 11–18. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Hammersmith Academy?

Hammersmith Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2013. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.