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Welcome to Global Academy

Welcome to Global Academy!Kickstart your career in media and entertainmentLooking to turn your passion for media, content, and creativity into a real career? At Global Academy, we do more than just teach – we launch futures.Join our award-winning Sixth Form and become part of a dynamic, industry-connected creative community like no other. From day one, you’ll be building your skills in real studios, working on real briefs, and connecting with the people shaping the future of media, entertainment, and technology.🎬 Learn by doing – Whether it’s editing a podcast, filming a live event, designing digital art, or planning a campaign, you’ll gain hands-on experience in every corner of the creative world.🎤 Connect with the industry – We don’t just talk about media – we live it. You’ll meet professionals from the likes of Global, the BBC, Warner Bros. Discovery, TikTok, ITV, and more through guest masterclasses, exclusive networking events, mentoring and work experience.🛠️ Choose your creative pathway – Study one of our specialised Level 3 UAL courses, each the equivalent of 3 A Levels:Technical Content ProductionEsports ProductionJournalism & BroadcastingSports MediaArt & DesignMedia BusinessMusic Production Every course is designed to prepare you for your next step – whether that’s university, an apprenticeship, or going straight into your dream job in the media and entertainment. 🎓 Why choose Global Academy?Our Sixth Form students don’t just leave with a qualification – they leave with a professional portfolio, industry experience, and a network of contacts that open doors. 96% of our graduates progress into work, further training, or university in media and creative roles.If you’re serious about a future in media, content creation, design, tech or performance – this is the place for you.Be bold. Be creative. Be industry-ready. Welcome to Global Academy.

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Free Schools

Suitable Ages

14 to 19

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

495 Total

No. of Boys

182 (36.8%)

No. of Girls

313 (63.2%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

0.0%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

N/A

A*/A grades

N/A


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

90%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

0%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:32%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:54%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:1%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:3%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

25%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

14%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:79%
England:63%

Further education

School:1%
England:4%

Employment

School:22%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:16%
England:26%



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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Autumn

1 terms

Half Term 1

Sep 2 - Oct 30

Spring

1 terms

Half Term 1

Jan 5 - Mar 27

Summer

1 terms

Half Term 1

Apr 13 - Jul 21

Half-Term & Holiday Dates

Autumn Half Term

Oct 26 - Oct 30

Spring Half Term

Feb 16 - Feb 20

Summer Half Term

May 25 - May 29


Alumni Stories

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Enrichment Activities

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Welcome to G:Ventures Your journey beyond the classroom starts here. At Global Academy, learning isn’t limited to lessons – and that’s where G:Ventures comes in. This is our exciting enrichment programme designed to help you explore new passions, build powerful skills, and discover what sets you apart. Whether you want to host your own radio show, launch a business, join a creative collective, champion social change, or get stuck into real industry projects – G:Ventures gives you the platform to make it happen. Try something new Build your personal brand Boost your CV and UCAS application Connect with like-minded creators Develop the confidence and skills to stand out You’ll get the chance to take part in everything from masterclasses and competitions to leadership opportunities, social action projects, and content challenges – all designed to fuel your ambition and shape your future. This is your time to grow, create, lead and shine. So, what will your G:Venture be?

About School

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityHillingdon
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed