Hayes Park School, Hayes
Hayes Park School is a primary school for pupils aged 3 to 11 in Hayes. Its most recent Ofsted inspection, in May 2026, ended in a report card: 1 exceptional and 6 strong standard. Before that it was rated Good at its last graded inspection, in June 2013. Its 2025 Key Stage 2 results were the 9th-highest of the 17 schools in Hayes with published results, and 5,775th of 14,452 across England. It was 98% full in 2025.
- SATs results
- In line with England
- Ofsted report card
- 7 of 7 areas strong or better
- Demand
- Every first choice offered
- Attendance
- In line with England
Reception applications for September 2027 close in 81 days
Deadline Friday 15 January 2027. Apply to Hillingdon (the council where you live). Offers on 16 April.
Data last updated 26 Oct 2026
Hayes Park School in detail
What Ofsted's report card says
Ofsted's report card from its 19 May 2026 inspection grades Hayes Park School on 7 areas: 1 exceptional and 6 strong standard. Report cards replaced single-word judgements in November 2025, on a five-point scale from exceptional to urgent improvement.
Personal development and wellbeing - Exceptional. "Leaders place an extremely high value on the personal development of every pupil in the school."
Achievement - Strong standard. "Pupils develop a deep understanding across a range of subjects and produce work of a high standard."
Attendance and behaviour - Strong standard. "Leaders evaluate absence information diligently and respond quickly, when there is a concern."
Curriculum and teaching - Strong standard. "Leaders have designed a broad and ambitious curriculum."
Early years - Strong standard. "Leaders are passionate and clear about the early years as a foundation for all learning."
Inclusion - Strong standard. "Parents and carers, pupils and staff all agree that this is a highly inclusive school."
Leadership and governance - Strong standard. "Leaders promote a culture of high expectations, where teachers' professional learning and wellbeing are valued."
Safeguarding standards were met.
Ofsted's next steps for the school: "Leaders and those responsible for governance should maintain the school's highly effective work and continue their efforts to achieve transformational outcomes for all pupils".
Read the full report card on Ofsted's site (school website)
Source: Ofsted report card (Open Government Licence), quoted
Results
In 2025, 77% of Year 6 pupils at Hayes Park School reached the expected standard in reading and 83% in maths. At the average state primary the figures were 79% and 80% in Hillingdon and 77% and 75% across England.
Results were similar in 2024 (76% in reading, 80% in maths).
Getting a place at Hayes Park School
For September 2026 entry, 65 families put Hayes Park School as their first choice and 179 named it as one of their preferences, for 70 places offered. It had fewer first-choice applications than places. Every family who put it first was offered a place there for 2026 entry.
Compared with nearby schools
The nearest other state primary schools to Hayes Park School are Grange Park School (0.2 miles, Good, 74% reading, 82% maths); Charville Academy (0.6 miles, Good, 70% reading, 70% maths); Rosedale Primary School (0.7 miles, Good, 89% reading, 88% maths); and Dr Triplett's CofE Primary School (0.8 miles, Good, 91% reading, 83% maths).
Hayes Park School's 2025 results were higher than 2 of these 4 schools.
Grange Park SchoolCharville AcademyRosedale Primary SchoolDr Triplett's CofE Primary School
Who goes there
58% speak English as an additional language, against 18.8% on average, according to the 2026 school census.
The largest ethnic groups are Asian (57%), Mixed (15%) and other ethnic groups (9%).
In 2026, 113 pupils (17.3%) received SEN support and 55 (8.4%) had an education, health and care plan, against 16.2% and 4.6% at the average state school. The most common need among them is speech, language and communication needs.
Hayes Park School has a resourced provision for autism: 13 places, 13 pupils on roll.
Getting there
The nearest railway station is Hayes & Harlington Station, about 1.8 miles away in a straight line.
8 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Balmoral Drive (->n), 250 metres away.
Suspensions and exclusions
In 2024/25, Hayes Park School issued 3 suspensions, 0.4 for every 100 pupils (the average state school: 6.3), and no permanent exclusions.
Secondary schools nearby
The secondary schools closest to Hayes Park School are Parkside Studio College (0.7 miles), Rosedale College (0.7 miles), Hewens College (0.8 miles) and De Salis Studio College (0.8 miles).
Parkside Studio CollegeRosedale CollegeHewens CollegeDe Salis Studio College
Sources: DfE school performance data (averages: state mainstream schools); DfE school-level applications and offers; council admissions booklets; DfE appeals statistics; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); DfE exclusions statistics
Location
Every family who put it first was offered a place for 2026 entry, so distance did not limit places that year.
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Ofsted · 5 months agoReport card - no single overall grade (Ofsted's framework since November 2025)
Safeguarding standards met
- Personal development and wellbeingExceptional
- AchievementStrong standard
- Attendance and behaviourStrong standard
- Curriculum and teachingStrong standard
- Early yearsStrong standard
- InclusionStrong standard
- Leadership and governanceStrong standard
Safeguarding standards: met
Ofsted's report card, in its own words
What it's like to be a pupil at Hayes Park School
This is a highly inclusive, harmonious and nurturing school. Pupils are listened to, well supported and well prepared for life beyond school. They succeed academically and personally because staff know them extremely well and care deeply about their success and wellbeing. As a result, pupils feel safe, happy and valued. They develop a real sense of belonging and pride in their school. Parents and carers are highly supportive of the school and its ambitious aims. Staff have high expectations of all pupils, and pupils rise to them. Many achieve highly, including pupils who are disadvantaged and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Pupils attend well, which reflects their positive attitudes and eagerness to learn. Through careful thought and planning, skilled staff strive to remove barriers to learning through innovative approaches and personalised support. This helps pupils to progress successfully through the curriculum. Staff care deeply about pupils' health, safety and wellbeing. Pupils trust staff to look after them. They behave impeccably in classrooms and during social times, treating each other with respect and kindness. Bullying is not tolerated, and pupils trust staff to act swiftly if concerns arise. Older pupils model excellent behaviour consistently well. Younger pupils are quick to help one another. Pupils speak confidently about their ambitions and what they have learned. They take pride in the leadership roles they hold and make a meaningful contribution to the life of the school. Pupils enjoy a rich curriculum and a wide range of clubs and trips that nurture their talent, broaden their experiences and deepen their cultural understanding. They leave the school very well prepared for their next steps, proud of their achievements and proud of their school.
What Ofsted says the school should do next
- Leaders and those responsible for governance should maintain the school's highly effective work and continue their efforts to achieve transformational outcomes for all pupils.
From Ofsted's report card (inspection 19 May 2026). Read the full report Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Ofsted Insights
From Ofsted's May 2026 inspection report.
What This School Does Well
Hayes Park School excels at supporting every child to thrive. The school is known locally for its positive impact on vulnerable pupils, with highly trained staff and specialist provision like 'The NOOK' inclusion base. Pupils develop confidence, resilience and a strong sense of belonging while achieving above average academic results.
Key Strengths
- Exceptional personal development programme with rich activities like outdoor learning, cooking and shelter building
- Pupils achieve above national average in phonics and Year 6 national tests
- Highly inclusive culture with specialist provision for pupils with SEND and disadvantaged pupils who make rapid progress
- Excellent attendance, particularly among disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND
- Calm, welcoming learning environment with consistently high behaviour standards
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met. Leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility, concerns are actively identified and managed, and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
School parliament, eco-team, charitable work, outdoor learning
Hayes Park School is a highly inclusive and nurturing school where pupils succeed academically and personally. Staff know pupils extremely well, care deeply about their wellbeing, and maintain high expectations for all learners.
At a Glance
21.5%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
Yes
Nursery
No
Sixth Form
Resourced provision: Autism
SEN Provision
No
Special Measures
Primary Performance (KS2)
Academic year 2024/25KS2 Results (% meeting expected standard)
Reading has remained stable at around 77% (2024 to 2025). Maths has remained stable at around 83% (2024 to 2025). Writing has remained stable at around 79% (2024 to 2025).
Class Sizes
27.7
Avg class size
26.8
Infant (KS1)
29.5
KS2
23
Total classes
4 classes with more than 30 pupils
2025/26 academic year
How Does This School Compare?
Ranked against 5 nearby primary schools
Keep up with Hayes Park School
Getting There
Bus Stops
Free school transport
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Apply to Hillingdon for free school transport. Its policy is on the council's website.
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
- Collisions
- 37
- Fatal
- 1
- Serious
- 4
- Children hurt
- 2
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 37 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 4 serious and 32 slight.
2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt.
7 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included.
The typical figure for schools in Hillingdon is 25 (the median across 111 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
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Your chances of a place at Hayes Park School
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
98%
Near capacity
609 pupils
620 places
11 spare places in 2025
2025, DfE school capacity data
Area Demand Pressure - Hayes
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for Hayes
Across Hillingdon council
Places available
4,157
Applications
3,222
Got 1st preference
94.6%
Got preferred school
99.3%
All primary applications across Hillingdon council (2026/27), not just this school.
This school: Every first choice offered
Inspection History(8)
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
113
SEN Support
55
EHC Plans
25.6%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Hayes Park School has a resourced provision for autism: 13 places, 13 pupils on roll.
Source: GIAS, Department for Education.
Pupils by Need Type
Pupil Demographics
Ethnicity
2026 academic year
Key Indicators
655
Total Pupils
344
Boys
311
Girls
2026 academic year
Workforce
33
Teachers
19.8:1
Pupil-teacher ratio
£55,099
Mean salary
2026 data
School Funding
£5,608
Per pupil
£3751k
Total funding
£170k
Pupil premium
2025-26 financial year allocations
Pupil Absence2024/25
5.5%
Overall absence
16.7%
Persistent absence
564
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
Secondary Schools Nearby
Secondary schools pupils are likely to move to
Questions parents ask about Hayes Park School
What are SATs results like at Hayes Park School?
Of the pupils at Hayes Park School who took the 2025 Key Stage 2 assessments, 77% reached the expected standard in reading and 83% did so in maths.
What is Hayes Park School's Ofsted rating?
Hayes Park School's most recent Ofsted inspection, in May 2026, produced a report card, which grades each area but gives no overall grade. At its last graded inspection, in June 2013, it was rated Good.
What is the catchment area for Hayes Park School?
No fixed boundary. When Hayes Park School is oversubscribed, Hillingdon allocates places by its published criteria, usually ending with home-to-school distance.
Is it hard to get a place at Hayes Park School?
Hayes Park School was close to full in 2025, at 98% of its capacity.
How big are the classes at Hayes Park School?
Classes at Hayes Park School average 27.7 pupils (2025/26). 4 classes have more than 30 pupils - infant classes are capped at 30 by law, with limited exceptions.
How many pupils go to Hayes Park School?
Hayes Park School has around 655 pupils on roll. 22% are eligible for free school meals.
Does Hayes Park School have specialist SEN provision?
Hayes Park School has a resourced provision for autism: 13 places, 13 pupils on roll.
What is attendance like at Hayes Park School?
5.5% of sessions were missed at Hayes Park School in 2024/25. 16.7% of pupils were persistently absent (missing 10% or more of sessions).
How do I apply to Hayes Park School?
Apply through Hillingdon's coordinated admissions process, naming Hayes Park School on your application. Applications for Reception places starting in September 2027 close on Friday 15 January 2027, and offers are made on Friday 16 April 2027.
How many road collisions happen near Hayes Park School?
Within 500 m of the school's mapped location, police recorded 37 road collisions in which someone was injured in 2021 to 2025: 1 fatal, 4 serious and 32 slight. 2 children aged 0 to 15 were hurt. 7 of the collisions happened on a weekday between 08:00 and 09:30 or 14:45 and 16:30, holidays included. The typical figure for schools in Hillingdon is 25 (the median across 111 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Hayes Park School?
Hayes Park School is at Raynton Drive, Hayes, Middlesex, UB4 8BE.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)