Hammersmith Academy

Preparing ambitious students for real world success through academic challenge, exceptional opportunities, and the conditions to thrive.

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

We enjoyed welcoming @leicesterliz and @SciTechgovuk to the Academy to discuss how we prevent students from being distracted by mobile phones and social media. Students can focus on learning and forming meaningful relationships with peers.

[Department for Science, Innovation and Technology @SciTechgovuk]

📱 Less screen time, more focus?

Tech Secretary @leicesterliz visited @HammersmithAcad to see Yondr pouches in action - hearing how they’re impacting behaviour and learning.

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

It's here! Our new website is now live.

A fresh new home for the countless stories of student achievement, opportunity and real world success that have defined Hammersmith Academy since 2011.

Have you had a look yet?

🌐 https://t.co/ECldQma6eZ

#HAMakingADifference

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

Since opening in 2011, our students have gone on to achieve success across so many fields and industries.

So we thought it was about time our website better showcased those stories too…

Launching 1 June.

#HAMakingADifference #ComingSoon

[Liz Kendall @leicesterliz]

It was inspiring to listen to pupils, parents and staff at @HammersmithAcad. Their contributions will help guide our next steps on social media.

[Department for Science, Innovation and Technology @SciTechgovuk]

Listening to the voices that matter most 📣

At @HammersmithAcad , @leicesterliz heard directly from students about growing up online — and what they think about a possible social media ban.

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

@leicesterliz We can confirm the phone was in the pouch!

Thank you for facilitating this very important discussion and taking the time to talk to parents, students, staff and governors. We all want our young people to learn and develop in a positive and healthy environment.

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

We can confirm the phone was in the pouch!

Thank you for facilitating this very important discussion and taking the time to talk to parents, students, staff and governors. We all want our young people to learn and develop in a positive and healthy environment.

[Liz Kendall @leicesterliz]

I really enjoyed visiting Hammersmith Academy yesterday and seeing first-hand how reducing screen time is helping pupils focus and learn.
(And yes, I did put my phone in a pouch too)

[Department for Science, Innovation and Technology @SciTechgovuk]

📱 Less screen time, more focus?

Tech Secretary @leicesterliz visited @HammersmithAcad to see Yondr pouches in action - hearing how they’re impacting behaviour and learning.

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

Thank you to @rpmltd, @HRP_palaces, Initial TV, Esmeralda TV, @mssi_uk, @atkinsrealis, Farrer & Co, CACI, AEG Consultancy and @IBM for supporting the day.

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

Students from Years 7 to 10 and Year 12 took part in our recent Careers Drop Down Morning, exploring industries, employability skills and future pathways through workshops, employer talks and practical activities.

#CareersEducation #RealWorldLearning #HAMakingADifference

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

Congratulations to Sixth Form student Alisha-Rose Otchere on being elected to the Hammersmith and Fulham Youth Parliament.

A fantastic achievement and recognition of her leadership and commitment to representing young people across the borough.

#HAMakingADifference

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

Students studied a snake, treefrog, giant land snail, stick insect, cockroach and tarantula up close in a @ZooLabUK session. The sessions supported their understanding of habitats, adaptation & ecosystems.
Great to welcome our primary school partners too!
#HAMakingADifference

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

Our Spring Term Newsletter is out now.

Featuring High School Musical, Outward Bound, Economics Trading Day, Young Enterprise, careers insight and more!

A fantastic term of student success and real world learning.

Read here:👉 https://t.co/J9FjRgVqF0

#HAMakingADifference

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

Our MedSoc students welcomed Dr Matthew Arnaouti, Trauma & Orthopaedic surgeon.
He shared a fascinating look into his work, including surgery in conflict zones such as Gaza & having to conduct a 24 hour operation!
Budding medics thoroughly enjoyed it
#MedSoc #HAMakingADifference

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

150 Year 12 students from across the West London Partnership took part in our Economics Trading Day with @SPSPartnerships

Working in teams, they applied economic theory in a fast-paced trading simulation, building real-world skills in decision making and teamwork.

#Economics

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

Hammersmith Academy has received 2 @ssat Educational Outcomes Awards, recognising us among the highest-performing schools nationally.

🌟Top 20% of non-selective schools for attainment
🌟High performance for pupil premium students

#SSATAwards #HAMakingADifference

[H&F Council @LBHF]

Our Pathway Bond connects local young people with work experience, mentoring and apprenticeships at some of the world's biggest companies on their doorstep, like L'Oréal, Novartis and Disney.

🎥 WATCH @HammersmithAcad headteacher Gary Kynaston on how the Pathway Bond works.

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

A big thank you to @British_Airways for bringing their Careers Insight Programme to our Sixth Formers. Seeing career pathways available to them brings possibilities to life. They absolutely loved the flight simulator experience! #careers #aviation

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

Join us for an evening of fantastic live music at Hammersmith Academy’s Spring Concert!
Featuring performances from our choir, bands and talented musicians, showcasing musical talent across the Academy.

🎟️ Book your tickets now: https://t.co/hmflrhGuvT #SpringConcert #LiveMusic

[Hammersmith Academy @HammersmithAcad]

Our student ambassadors (John Betts alumni) returned to their former primary school to take part in their STEAM Fair. They demonstrated experiments in biology, chemistry and physics to Year 4, 5 and 6 students. They thoroughly enjoyed their primary school partnership afternoon!