The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 84% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 52.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
89%
+27.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
7%
-1.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
0.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
+1.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
106
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Official DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
52.9
9.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
56%
13.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
66%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.26
Band 2Source: 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
94%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 170 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 13 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
23% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
2% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 21 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 16 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 84 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- All-through
- Ages
- 4–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,320
- Capacity
- 84%
- FSM
- 32.4%
Governance
- Local authority
- Haringey
- Trust
- HARRIS FEDERATION
- Head
- Mr Nick Soar
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
Ashley Road, Tottenham, London, N17 9LN
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Ignatius RC Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
Bnos Zion of Bobov
Independent · 1.9km away
Bnei Zion Community School
Independent · 1.9km away
Bobov Primary Boys School
Independent · 2.0km away
Yesodey Hatorah Senior Girls School
Secondary · 2.1km away
Talmud Torah Machzikei Hadass School
Independent · 2.1km away
Yesodey Hatorah School
Independent · 2.1km away
All Saints Catholic High School
Secondary · 2.2km away
Questions parents ask
What is Harris Academy Tottenham's Ofsted rating?
Harris Academy Tottenham was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Harris Academy Tottenham?
Harris Academy Tottenham currently has 1,320 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Harris Academy Tottenham take?
Harris Academy Tottenham caters for pupils aged 4 to 19. It is classified as a all-through school.
Where is Harris Academy Tottenham?
Harris Academy Tottenham is in London, N17 9LN, in the Haringey local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Harris Academy Tottenham have a sixth form?
Yes, Harris Academy Tottenham has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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