The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 89% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 77.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017
- 36% 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
77.6
33.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
97%
55.6pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
74%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.01
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
95%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
95%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 121 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 5 days per year on average — that's roughly a week.
7% 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, 15 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 57 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 744
- Capacity
- 89%
- FSM
- 36%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Brent
- Trust
- MICHAELA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS TRUST
- Head
- Ms Katharine Birbalsingh
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Previous reports
Location
North End Road, Wembley, London, HA9 0UU
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Christopher's Prep School
Independent · 491m away
Chalkhill Primary School
Primary · 580m away
Wembley Primary School
Primary · 1.0km away
Buxlow School
Independent · 1.2km away
Park Lane Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Oakington Manor Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
St Joseph's Catholic Junior School
Primary · 1.3km away
St Joseph's Catholic Infant School
Primary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Michaela Community School a selective school?
No. Michaela Community School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Michaela Community School's Ofsted rating?
Michaela Community School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Michaela Community School?
Michaela Community School currently has 744 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Michaela Community School take?
Michaela Community School caters for pupils aged 11 to 19. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Michaela Community School?
Michaela Community School is in London, HA9 0UU, in the Brent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Michaela Community School have a sixth form?
Yes, Michaela Community School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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