The short version
Average GCSE results. 83% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 44.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- 40% 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
44.3
0.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
38%
3.4pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
54%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.13
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
90%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
4%
Based on 203 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 16 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
21% 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, 30 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 18 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 64 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,156
- Capacity
- 83%
- FSM
- 40.4%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Greenwich
- Trust
- UNITED LEARNING TRUST
- Head
- Dr Jennie Sanderson (Interim Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
Westcombe Park Road, Blackheath, London, SE3 7QR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe Pointer School
Independent · 709m away
Blackheath Prep
Independent · 825m away
St Ursula's Convent School
Secondary · 1.1km away
All Saints' Church of England Primary School Blackheath
Primary · 1.1km away
James Wolfe Primary School and Centre for the Deaf
Primary · 1.3km away
Heath House Preparatory School
Independent · 1.3km away
Leigh Academy Blackheath
Secondary · 1.3km away
John Ball Primary School
Primary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is The John Roan School a selective school?
No. The John Roan School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is The John Roan School's Ofsted rating?
The John Roan School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in October 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The John Roan School?
The John Roan School currently has 1,156 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The John Roan School take?
The John Roan School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The John Roan School?
The John Roan School is in London, SE3 7QR, in the Greenwich local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The John Roan School have a sixth form?
Yes, The John Roan School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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