The short version
Average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2024). Strong sixth form (A- average).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 40.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2024
- 60% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, above the national average
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
40.3
3.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
33%
8.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
44%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.77
Band 1Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
89%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
88%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 129 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 14 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
21% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
4% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 15 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 10 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 66 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 642
- Capacity
- 71%
- FSM
- 59.6%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Islington
- Trust
- CITY OF LONDON ACADEMIES TRUST
- Head
- Mr Prince Gennuh
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Location
Holland Walk, Duncombe Road, Archway, London, N19 3EU
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmAcland Burghley School
Secondary · 1.4km away
Tufnell Park Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Lift Beacon High
Secondary · 1.6km away
Eleanor Palmer Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Parliament Hill School
Secondary · 1.8km away
Torriano Primary School
Primary · 2.0km away
Gospel Oak Primary School
Primary · 2.1km away
Kentish Town Church of England Primary School
Primary · 2.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is City of London Academy, Highgate Hill a selective school?
No. City of London Academy, Highgate Hill is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is City of London Academy, Highgate Hill's Ofsted rating?
City of London Academy, Highgate Hill was rated Good at its most recent inspection in May 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend City of London Academy, Highgate Hill?
City of London Academy, Highgate Hill currently has 642 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does City of London Academy, Highgate Hill take?
City of London Academy, Highgate Hill caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is City of London Academy, Highgate Hill?
City of London Academy, Highgate Hill is in London, N19 3EU, in the Islington local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does City of London Academy, Highgate Hill have a sixth form?
Yes, City of London Academy, Highgate Hill has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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