The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2013).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 46.2 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2013
- The school is at capacity (125% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
46.2
2.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
42%
0.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
57%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.14
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
96%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
94%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
2%
Based on 235 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
2% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 157 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,788
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 27.7%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Enfield
- Head
- Mr Jim Owen (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Short inspection
November 2016 | Short Inspection
Full inspection: Good
October 2013 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2013 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
October 2011 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
February 2010 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
March 2007 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
September 2001 | Full Inspection
Location
Laburnum Grove, Winchmore Hill, London, N21 3HS
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmFirs Farm Primary School
Primary · 813m away
Palmers Green High School
Independent · 864m away
West Lea School
Special school · 1.1km away
Starks Field Primary School
Primary · 1.2km away
The Latymer School
Secondary · 1.3km away
Hazelbury Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Lift Aylward
Secondary · 1.4km away
Hazelwood Junior School
Primary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Winchmore School a selective school?
No. Winchmore School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Winchmore School's Ofsted rating?
Winchmore School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in June 2022. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Winchmore School?
Winchmore School currently has 1,788 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Winchmore School take?
Winchmore School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Winchmore School?
Winchmore School is in London, N21 3HS, in the Enfield local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Winchmore School have a sixth form?
Yes, Winchmore School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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