Highbury Grove School
URN: 100452 • London N5 2EQ
Overview
- Name
- Highbury Grove School
- URN
- 100452
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 47.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Aimee Lyall (since 2025) , Acting Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- 8 Highbury Grove, London N5 2EQ
Summary
Highbury Grove School, located in London, is a mixed community secondary school with a current enrollment of 1,194 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,149. The school is committed to fostering academic excellence and personal growth, ensuring that all students are engaged and challenged in their learning. The curriculum is designed to be student-centred, aiming to inspire and stimulate students while preparing them for future opportunities.
The school places a strong emphasis on holistic education, offering a range of extracurricular activities, including music programs in partnership with the Music in Secondary Schools Trust, which allows students to learn musical instruments. Additionally, Highbury Grove provides support through its Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) department, ensuring that all students receive the necessary assistance to thrive academically and socially.
Highbury Grove values community involvement and encourages collaboration among students, families, and staff. The school aims to empower students to take control of their futures, promoting active participation in both local and broader communities. With a focus on academic ambition and personal development, Highbury Grove School strives to prepare its students for successful futures.
The school places a strong emphasis on holistic education, offering a range of extracurricular activities, including music programs in partnership with the Music in Secondary Schools Trust, which allows students to learn musical instruments. Additionally, Highbury Grove provides support through its Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) department, ensuring that all students receive the necessary assistance to thrive academically and socially.
Highbury Grove values community involvement and encourages collaboration among students, families, and staff. The school aims to empower students to take control of their futures, promoting active participation in both local and broader communities. With a focus on academic ambition and personal development, Highbury Grove School strives to prepare its students for successful futures.
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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
- Islington
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1149
- Pupils
- 1194
- Boys
- 775
- Girls
- 420
- FSM %
- 29.80
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-11-30
- Last Ofsted
- 2016-12-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1194 | 775 | 420 | 1149 | 29.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1194 | 775 | 420 | 1149 | 29.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1194 | 775 | 420 | 1149 | 29.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1194 | 775 | 420 | 1149 | 29.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1194 | 775 | 420 | 1149 | 29.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1194 | 775 | 420 | 1149 | 29.80 |
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