Best Secondary Schools in Hillingdon 2026

Ranked by Ofsted rating, exam results, attendance, and class sizes. 20 schools across Hillingdon. Updated with 2025–26 data.

Total schools

Outstanding

35%

Outstanding rate

66.5%

Avg KS2 SATs

44.4

Avg GCSE A8

All schools Primary Secondary

Rank	School	Ofsted	SNM Score
🥇	Northwood School Secondary	Outstanding	73	View school
🥈	Queensmead School Secondary	Outstanding	72	View school
🥉	Vyners School Secondary	Outstanding	68	View school
4.	Bishopshalt School Secondary	Good	67	View school
5.	De Salis Studio College Secondary	Good	66	View school
6.	Swakeleys School for Girls Secondary	Outstanding	66	View school
7.	Bishop Ramsey Church of England School Secondary	Outstanding	65	View school
8.	Ruislip High School Secondary	Outstanding	62	View school
9.	Barnhill Community High School Secondary	Good	60	View school
10.	Haydon School Secondary	Outstanding	59	View school
11.	Rosedale College Secondary	Good	57	View school
12.	Uxbridge High School Secondary	Good	55	View school
13.	The Douay Martyrs Catholic School Secondary	Good	53	View school
14.	Harlington School Secondary	Good	47	View school
15.	Hewens College Secondary	Requires Improvement	41	View school
16.	Harefield School Secondary	Requires Improvement	38	View school
17.	Park Academy West London Secondary	Requires Improvement	36	View school
18.	Oak Wood School Secondary	Requires Improvement	26	View school
19.	Global Academy Secondary	Good	23	View school
20.	UTC Heathrow Secondary	Requires Improvement	17	View school

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Frequently asked questions

How many secondary schools are there in Hillingdon?

There are 20 secondary schools in Hillingdon, of which 7 (35%) are rated Outstanding by Ofsted.

What are the best schools in Hillingdon?

Based on our composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance and class sizes, the top school in Hillingdon is Northwood School. See the full ranked list above.

How do I apply for a school place in Hillingdon?

Primary and secondary school applications in Hillingdon are managed by the Local Authority. Applications for secondary places typically open in September for the following academic year. Visit the Hillingdon council website for application forms and deadlines.

What is the average Ofsted rating in Hillingdon?

35% of secondary schools in Hillingdon are rated Outstanding and 40% are rated Good. 75.9% are rated Good or Outstanding.

Data sourced from Ofsted, Department for Education, and ISI. School rankings reflect the Schools Near Me composite score combining Ofsted ratings, exam results, attendance, and pupil-teacher ratios. Last updated April 2026.