The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2016). Girls only.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 57.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2016
- This is a girls-only school
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
57.4
13.6 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
62%
20.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
49%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.34
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
93%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
92%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
4%
Based on 134 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
20% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 14 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 64 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 729
- Capacity
- 69%
- FSM
- 50.9%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Islington
- Head
- Mr Tim Fox (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Outstanding
October 2016 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
January 2012 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
November 2010 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
March 2009 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
November 2006 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection
September 2004 | Full Inspection
Location
Highbury Hill, London, N5 1AR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmRosemary Sld School
Special school · 1.7km away
New River College Primary
Pupil referral unit · 1.7km away
St Andrew's (Barnsbury) CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
City of London Academy Islington
Secondary · 1.9km away
Richard Cloudesley School
Special school · 1.9km away
Rosemary Works School
Independent · 2.1km away
St John Evangelist Catholic Primary School
Primary · 2.1km away
Vittoria Primary School
Primary · 2.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is Highbury Fields School a selective school?
No. Highbury Fields School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Highbury Fields School's Ofsted rating?
Highbury Fields School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in September 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Highbury Fields School?
Highbury Fields School currently has 729 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Highbury Fields School take?
Highbury Fields School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Highbury Fields School?
Highbury Fields School is in London, N5 1AR, in the Islington local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Highbury Fields School have a sixth form?
Yes, Highbury Fields School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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