The short version
Average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 46.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is nearly full at 93% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
46.3
2.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
43%
0.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
21%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.05
Band 3Source: 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
92%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
91%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 123 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 13 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
19% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
1% 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 8 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 103 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 836
- Capacity
- 93%
- FSM
- 52.5%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Lambeth
- Head
- Karen Chamberlain (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Not applicable
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
7 official reports linked on this page, including 6 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Outstanding
February 2013 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2011 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
November 2009 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Curriculum and development visit
September 2008 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
January 2008 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
November 2003 | Full Inspection
Location
323 Kennington Lane, Kennington, London, SE11 5QY
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmChrist Church Primary SW9
Primary · 1.3km away
Platanos College
Secondary · 1.4km away
Saint Gabriel's College
Secondary · 1.5km away
Allen Edwards Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
St George's CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Secondary · 1.9km away
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Secondary School
Secondary · 1.9km away
Larkhall Primary Campus
Primary · 1.9km away
Questions parents ask
Is Lilian Baylis Technology School a selective school?
No. Lilian Baylis Technology School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Lilian Baylis Technology School's Ofsted rating?
Lilian Baylis Technology School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in February 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Lilian Baylis Technology School?
Lilian Baylis Technology School currently has 836 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Lilian Baylis Technology School take?
Lilian Baylis Technology School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Lilian Baylis Technology School?
Lilian Baylis Technology School is in London, SE11 5QY, in the Lambeth local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Lilian Baylis Technology School have a sixth form?
Yes, Lilian Baylis Technology School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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