The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2025).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 2.2 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2025
- This school does not have a sixth form
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
2.2
41.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
100% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–16
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 74
- Capacity
- 44%
Governance
- Local authority
- Enfield
- Head
- Ms Marina Savva
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
10 official reports linked on this page, including 9 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Additional inspection
November 2023 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Requires Improvement
June 2023 | Inspection
Additional inspection
January 2023 | Inspection
Additional inspection
June 2022 | Inspection
Additional inspection
January 2022 | Inspection
Additional inspection
July 2019 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
March 2019 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Good
September 2017 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Requires Improvement
June 2015 | Inspection
Location
339 Bowes Road, New Southgate, London, N11 1BA
Town setting
Questions parents ask
What is Focus 1st Academy's Ofsted rating?
Focus 1st Academy was rated Good at its most recent inspection in March 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Focus 1st Academy?
Focus 1st Academy currently has 74 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Focus 1st Academy take?
Focus 1st Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 16.
Where is Focus 1st Academy?
Focus 1st Academy is in London, N11 1BA, in the Enfield local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Focus 1st Academy have a sixth form?
No, Focus 1st Academy does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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