The short version
Above-average GCSE results. Rated Inadequate by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 55.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2022
- The school has significant spare capacity
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
55.5
11.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
72%
30.3pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
16% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 4–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 223
- Capacity
- 55%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Barnet
- Head
- Mr Huseyin Fatih Adak
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksAdditional inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
110 Colindeep Lane, London, NW9 6HB
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmColindale Primary School
Primary · 451m away
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
Primary · 740m away
Beis Soroh Schneirer
Independent · 1.1km away
Beis Medrash Elyon
Independent · 1.2km away
Tiferes High School
Independent · 1.3km away
Nancy Reuben Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Parkfield Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Hendon School
Secondary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
Is North London Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. North London Grammar School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is North London Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
North London Grammar School was rated Inadequate at its most recent inspection in October 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend North London Grammar School?
North London Grammar School currently has 223 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does North London Grammar School take?
North London Grammar School caters for pupils aged 4 to 18.
Where is North London Grammar School?
North London Grammar School is in London, NW9 6HB, in the Barnet local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does North London Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, North London Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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