Bolder Academy vs Nishkam School West London
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in London, England, 428 m apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bolder Academy
Isleworth · Academy secondary · Ages 11–18
909 students
Nishkam School West London
Osterley · Academy all-through · Ages 4–19
1,491 students
| Measure | Bolder Academy Isleworth, London | Nishkam School West London Osterley, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 53 Top 50% | 93 Top 5% |
| Region rank | #360 of 640 | #38 of 640 |
| National rank | #1840 of 4,090 | #174 of 4,090 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Secondary | All-through |
| Year range | Ages 11–18 | Ages 4–19 |
| Students | 909 | 1,491 |
| Pupils on roll | 909 | 1,491 |
| Free school meals | 28.9% | 13% |
| Capacity filled | 72.1% | 106.5% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | – | 95% |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | – | 36% |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | 45.6 | 62.4 |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | 40.8% | 76.9% |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | 61.5% | 87% |
| EBacc average points | 4.25 | 5.84 |
| A level points per entry | 37.1 | 36.6 |
| town | Isleworth | Osterley |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.bolderacademy.co.uk | www.nishkamschooltrust.org |
The verdict
- •Nishkam School West London scores higher on the Success Index (England) (93.3 vs 52.6).
- •Nishkam School West London is the larger school with 1,491 students compared with 909.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bolder Academy better than Nishkam School West London?
On the Success Index (England), Nishkam School West London ranks higher (93.3 vs 52.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bolder Academy and Nishkam School West London?
About 428 m in a straight line, between Isleworth and Osterley in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Bolder Academy: 909. Nishkam School West London: 1,491. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Bolder Academy and Nishkam School West London rank in London?
Bolder Academy is 360th of 640 and Nishkam School West London is 38th of 640 among secondary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).