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West London Performing Arts Academy (WLPA Academy)
Ealing·Not applicable·London·Special post 16 institution·W5 4UB
URN: 150275
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Compare with West London Performing Arts Academy (WLPA Academy)School information
| URN | 150275 |
| Local authority | Ealing |
| Region | London |
| Phase | Not applicable |
| Type | Special post 16 institution |
| Gender of entry | — |
| Age range | 16-25 |
| Headteacher | Michelle Welch |
| Trust | — |
| Admissions | — |
| Religious character | Does not apply |
| Postcode | W5 4UB |
| Pupils | — |
| FSM eligible | — |
Contact and identifiers
268 Northfield Avenue, London, W5 4UB
www.westlondonperformingartsacademy.com2036378826| DfE number | 7900 |
| UKPRN | — |
| Opened | 11 Sept 2017 |
| GIAS updated | 16 Oct 2025 |
Data sources and freshness
| Official record updated | 16 Oct 2025 |
| Latest KS4 year | — |
| Latest KS2 year | — |
| Ofsted published | — |