William Ellis School
URN: 100056 • London NW5 1RN
Overview
- Name
- William Ellis School
- URN
- 100056
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 48.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Izzy Jones (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 02072679346
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Highgate Road, London NW5 1RN
Summary
William Ellis School is a voluntary aided secondary school for boys located in Camden, London, with a current enrolment of 817 students and a capacity of 895. Established in 1862, the school prides itself on fostering a close-knit community where strong relationships between staff and students are central to its ethos. The school is committed to nurturing the ambitions of its pupils while addressing their unique educational needs, particularly in literacy and personal development.
The curriculum at William Ellis is designed to cultivate critical thinking and personal conduct, preparing students for future challenges. Modern Foreign Languages and innovative subjects like Food Technology are integral parts of the curriculum, alongside a robust outdoor education programme. The school also emphasizes emotional intelligence, resilience, and respect, equipping students with essential life skills.
As a founding member of the London Boys' Schools Network, William Ellis School actively engages in initiatives that promote positive social values and counteract negative societal influences. The school’s house system encourages collective responsibility and fosters a sense of belonging among students, enhancing their overall educational experience.
The curriculum at William Ellis is designed to cultivate critical thinking and personal conduct, preparing students for future challenges. Modern Foreign Languages and innovative subjects like Food Technology are integral parts of the curriculum, alongside a robust outdoor education programme. The school also emphasizes emotional intelligence, resilience, and respect, equipping students with essential life skills.
As a founding member of the London Boys' Schools Network, William Ellis School actively engages in initiatives that promote positive social values and counteract negative societal influences. The school’s house system encourages collective responsibility and fosters a sense of belonging among students, enhancing their overall educational experience.
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Nearby alternatives
- Graveney School (82.7)
- Kingsdale Foundation School (82.7)
- The London Oratory School (82.7)
- Alexandra Park School (82.1)
- Bishop Thomas Grant Catholic Secondary School (81.8)
Key details
- LA
- Camden
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 895
- Pupils
- 817
- Boys
- 711
- Girls
- 106
- FSM %
- 52.40
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 817 | 711 | 106 | 895 | 52.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 879 | 778 | 101 | 895 | 44.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 891 | 799 | 92 | 895 | 37.30 |
| 2022-09-11 | 891 | 799 | 92 | 895 | 37.30 |
| 2021-09-11 | 853 | 785 | 68 | 895 | 35.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 844 | 774 | 70 | 895 | 32.30 |
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