Bolder Academy

URN: 145866 • Isleworth TW7 5DB

Overview

Name
Bolder Academy
URN
145866
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
BOLDER ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andy De Angelis (since 2025)
Telephone
02039630806
Website
Visit
Address
1 Macfarlane Lane, Isleworth TW7 5DB

Summary

Bolder Academy is a mixed secondary free school located in Isleworth, Hounslow, with a current enrolment of 955 students and a capacity of 1,260. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to be brave, kind, and strong. Bolder Academy emphasizes the importance of mutual trust and open communication between students, families, and staff, creating a vibrant community that values each individual.

The curriculum at Bolder Academy is designed to challenge students academically while promoting personal growth and resilience. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and STEM initiatives, which aim to enhance students' skills and experiences outside the classroom. Recent highlights include a summer music festival, drama productions, and various educational trips that enrich the learning experience.

With a significant percentage of students (29.90%) eligible for free school meals, Bolder Academy is committed to supporting all learners and ensuring they have access to opportunities for success. The school actively engages with parents through open events and encourages participation in their child's educational journey.

Key details

LA
Hounslow
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
BOLDER ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1260
Pupils
955
Boys
483
Girls
472
FSM %
29.90
Open date
2018-09-03
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 955 483 472 1260 29.90
2024-09-11 919 473 446 1260 29.50
2023-09-11 684 341 343 1260 32.30
2022-09-11 684 341 343 1260 32.30
2021-09-11 500 252 248 1260 30.00
2020-09-11 328 157 171 1260 30.20

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